On November 8, 2023 a School Resource Officer at Ford Elementary was notified of an incident that occurred the day prior at dismissal time. A student had been assaulted by a staff member, who allegedly grabbed the child by both of his wrists, dragging him across a concrete walkway and grassy area, and left red marks on his wrists.Andrea Sabrina Gibson of Laurens was arrested and charged with Assault and Battery 3rd Degree.
