71-Year-Old Substitute Teacher Under Investigation for Assault on Student

By | December 6, 2023

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Accident – Death – Obituary News : 71-Year-Old Substitute Teacher Under Investigation for Alleged Assault on High School Student

Yucca Valley, CA – A 71-year-old substitute teacher is currently under investigation after allegations that she assaulted a high school student at Yucca Valley High School earlier this week. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department responded to the incident on December 4th, following reports of an assault on a student by a staff member.

The staff member in question has been identified as Alice Barbee, a resident of Twentynine Palms. The details leading up to the alleged confrontation are still unclear, and it remains unknown what exactly transpired during the incident. However, authorities have confirmed that the student involved did not sustain any injuries.

School officials and deputies from the Morongo Basin Sheriff’s Department have launched a thorough investigation into the allegations. As a result, Alice Barbee has been placed on administrative leave by the Morongo Unified School District pending the conclusion of the investigation.

Deputies conducting the criminal investigation have forwarded their report to the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office for review. The potential charges under consideration include child endangerment. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the allegations.

Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this investigation to come forward. Deputy Joshua Merrell of the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department can be reached at 760-366-4175. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted through the WeTips Hotline at 800-78-CRIME or online via the WeTip website.

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As the investigation continues, authorities are working diligently to gather all the necessary evidence to determine the appropriate course of action. The safety and well-being of students remain a top priority for the school district and law enforcement agencies involved..