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