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In a shocking revelation, OPB reports that the St. Helens School District knowingly allowed predators to operate unchecked for years, enabling the systematic abuse of students while covering up allegations. The district’s negligence came to light only after law enforcement intervened, exposing the horrific failure to protect vulnerable children in their care.
Acting Police Chief Joseph Hogue revealed that his department subpoenaed the district in October, uncovering historical reports made by students that the school had deliberately withheld from authorities. These reports, spanning from 2019 to 2023, corroborate victim statements that ultimately led to the arrests of two teachers—choir teacher Eric Stearns and retired math teacher Mark
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