Garnet Collins, a 51-year-old school aide, pleaded guilty to endangering the welfare of an autistic student at the Anderson Center for Autism. The incident, recorded on video, showed Collins inappropriately grabbing the student's genitals, leading to emotional and physical distress for the victim. This case highlights concerns about oversight in facilities for disabled individuals, with demands for increased surveillance and investigations into potential systemic abuse. Collins admitted to the judge that he hurt the student, prompting calls for accountability and reform in care standards for disabled youths.
In a video recorded by a fellow aide, Collins is seen gripping the youth's crotch and yelling, 'Go to your room!' while the youth screams in pain, crying, 'I want to call Mommy!'
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