Lilly Garofola, a 29-year-old day care worker in Scituate, was charged with over a dozen counts of assault and battery for allegedly abusing children at Little Steps Learning Center. Reports of her behavior surfaced after parents and staff raised concerns with the police, leading to her arrest. Prosecutors highlighted instances of physical and verbal abuse against five children, with many incidents documented on surveillance video. Despite previous unblemished tenure at the facility, new staff observed a drastic change in Garofola's conduct. Bail was set at $1,000, and she is prohibited from contacting children or witnesses.
Lilly Garofola, a 29-year-old day care worker, faces serious charges including assault and battery for reportedly abusing children at Little Steps Learning Center.
Prosecutors cited numerous incidents of abuse, including pushing children to the ground and using verbal abuse, often captured on surveillance video.
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