Former Upstate School Employee Accused of Forcefully Throwing Student

GREENVILLE, S.C. – A former Greenville County elementary school employee has been charged with assault after an incident involving a student.

The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office reported that 26-year-old Peighton Ivie turned himself in on Thursday following an altercation at Ellen Woodside Elementary School.

Alleged Assault

According to authorities, Ivie intervened to break up a group of students gathering in a school bathroom when the incident occurred. Arrest warrants state that Ivie lifted a fifth-grade student and forcefully threw him back onto the ground.

Employment Status

Greenville County Schools confirmed that Ivie worked as a computer lab manager at the elementary school but is no longer employed within the district.

Legal Action

Ivie has been charged with cruelty to children and is currently in custody at the Greenville County Detention Center. During a hearing on Thursday night, he was given a $450 bond.

Reactions

The incident has shocked and disturbed many in the community, as the safety and well-being of students are a top priority in educational settings.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the assault and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

School District Statement

Greenville County Schools released a statement expressing concern over the incident and reiterating their commitment to providing a safe learning environment for all students.

Legal Proceedings

Ivie’s case will now proceed through the legal system, and further updates on the situation are expected as the investigation unfolds.

Stay tuned for more developments on this story as it continues to evolve.