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Homestead Preschool Teacher Accused of Physically Abusing 3-Year-Old Student

A preschool teacher in Homestead, Florida, was arrested and charged with child abuse without great bodily harm.

Heather Williams, a 41-year-old teacher at Smart Start of Homestead, was taken into custody on Wednesday.

Incident Details

According to police, Williams pushed and grabbed a 3-year-old student by the arm, resulting in visible bruises.

Legal Proceedings

Williams stood before Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Mindy S. and was later released on bond.

School Response

Administrators at Smart Start of Homestead did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

No comment was provided by the school administrators.

Author's summary: Teacher accused of child abuse.

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