Substitute teacher at Ascension Parish primary school arrested for using ‘excessive force’ on student [Video]

PRAIRIEVILLE – Deputies arrested a substitute teacher at Galvez Primary School for simple battery and cruelty to a juvenile after she allegedly used excessive force on a child. 

According to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the school because of a report it had received regarding Adrieanne Combel, 40, a substitute. Combel allegedly used excessive force while handling a behavioral incident on campus Thursday. 

Sources told WBRZ Combel was reportedly breaking up “horseplay” between two four-year-olds when she “body-slammed” one of them. 

“The well-being of our teachers, staff, and students is a top priority for us, but child safety is paramount,” ASPO sheriff Bobby Webre said. “We are working closely with Superintendent Dr. Edith Walker and Ascension Public Schools to ensure a thorough investigation into this incident.”

“In Ascension Public Schools, we maintain exceptionally high standards for our teachers, staff, and everyone engaging with children,” Dr. Walker …