A Connecticut teacher is facing charges after she allegedly placed multiple students in chokeholds causing one to lose consciousness.
Stephanie Sanabria, 50, has resigned after she was charged with strangulation, risk of injury to a minor, and reckless endangerment.
The incident unfolded on February 24 at Brookside Elementary School where Sanabria worked as a math coach.
Police said that the teacher was showcasing martial arts moves during her class though it was not a part of her class.
“One of the students lost consciousness as a result of Sanabria's actions. The school nurse immediately treated the child,” authorities said.
Parents expressed concerns following the incident.
“It's scary to think it could have been my child or someone else's child that I know,” one said.
“It just kind of goes to show you they should not be putting their hands on kids whatsoever.”
