Three daycare employees in California were fired from their jobs after one of them threw a shoe at a 5-year-old girl who has special needs, according to reports. The incident was captured on video.
Incident at Destiny Development Center
Footage obtained by KTLA shows a worker removing a shoe and throwing it across a classroom, striking the child. The child was heard crying after being hit. Two other workers were present, and one of them reportedly laughed during the incident.
The child’s mother, Michelae Jones, has stated she wants the employee to face arrest on charges of child abuse and assault. “I’ve been with these people for three years,” she told KTLA. “I really thought my baby was safe.”
According to KTLA, the daycare center’s director, Danielle Williams, initially told Jones that the employee did not intend to harm the child. Williams stated the employee was throwing shoes into another room and the child was accidentally hit in the ear.
Investigation and Terminations
Williams launched an investigation following the incident and terminated the employee who threw the shoe. The other two workers present were too fired for failing to report the incident, according to KTLA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the daycare?
A daycare worker threw a shoe at a 5-year-old girl with special needs, hitting her and causing her to cry, according to reports obtained by KTLA.
What action did the daycare center take?
The daycare center director launched an investigation and fired the employee who threw the shoe. The two other workers present were also terminated for failing to report the incident, per KTLA.
What does the mother of the child aim for to happen?
Michelae Jones, the girl’s mother, wants the employee who threw the shoe to be arrested on child abuse and assault charges, according to a statement given to KTLA.
What role do mandatory reporting policies play in ensuring the safety of children in daycare settings?
