Police receive report of ‘victimization’ of students at Martinsville HS
MARTINSVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — Martinsville police are investigating what they call a “victimization” of students at Martinsville High School.
John M. Richards, chief of the Martinsville Police Department, gave a statement to News 8 on Wednesday night.
“The Martinsville Police Department is currently working with the MSD of Martinsville to investigate allegations regarding the victimization of some students of the Martinsville High School. When the MSD of Martinsville was first notified of possible victimization, the district notified the Martinsville Police Department.
“As the school began investigating the claims, alleged victims began coming forward. A full investigation is currently underway and is being led by the Martinsville Police Department Detective Division. At this time the extent of the victimization is unknown, but all allegations are being fully investigated. Anyone having information about any incidents of victimization is asked to contact the Martinsville Police Department at (765) 349-4900.”
Martinsville School officials confirmed on Wednesday night that the investigation in underway, but only said the actions may violate the student code of conduct.
