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Burlington teacher charged with sexual assault & interference

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A Burlington teacher has been arrested after several students complained about inappropriate sexual touching.  He had his first court date today but will remain in custody until a bail hearing on February 24th.

30-year old Anthony Cuccione of Milton has been charged with five counts of sexual assault and five counts of sexual interference. During the time of the alleged incidents, Cuccione was a supply teacher at St. Christopher’s elementary school in Burlington but police say he’s not currently working at any school. He is listed on a tutoring website saying he’s available to help in students in grades one through eight.

Police believe there may be more victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crimestoppers.

 

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