A principal at Hilton Elementary School in New York City has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing nine boys, NBC News reports. Kirk Ashton, 51, is said to have abused several boys under the age of 12 during the school day. Ashton faces multiple charges, including first-degree sexual abuse and endangering a child’s well-being, according to the district attorney. He pleaded not guilty and remains in custody as of Saturday. Ashton was first charged with sexual abuse in 2017, but investigators are reviewing his 17-year tenure at the school to see if any other incidents have been overlooked.
“In general, individuals who are predators prey on children,” said Barry Chase, a New York State police lieutenant. “Unfortunately, sometimes they reach powerful positions and, as we know, take advantage of the weak and the young. It happens and it is very unfortunate that these people have access to certain types of positions.
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