L.A. After-School Coach Child Abuse Lawsuit

An after-school program coach within the Los Angeles Unified School District has been indicted on several felony charges related to performing lewd acts on a child, as stated by the LA County District Attorney.

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Update: Ex-Coach at LAUSD Gets 105 Years For Lewd Acts on Girls

August 30, 2017 – Ronnie Lee Roman was sentenced to 105 years to life on Tuesday for molesting 7 girls during his work as a coach for after-school programs at 2 Los Angeles Unified elementary schools, according to KTLA 5 [1].

The 44-year-old was found guilty on 7 counts of lewd act on a child, the DA’s office said. The 7 girls — 6 of whom Roman molested on school grounds — ranged in age from 8 to 11-years-old, prosecutors said.

What’s the Problem?

Ronnie Lee Roman, a 42-year-old Youth Services coach for an after-school program called Beyond the Bell, is accused of “inappropriately touching seven girls” at Cahuenga Elementary School in Koreatown between January 2012 and September 2014, according to the Los Angeles Times [2].

Prosecutors said Roman also allegedly molested 2 girls at Vine Elementary School in Hollywood between August 2001 and July 2002. All of the students were between the ages of 7 and 11, according to the D.A.

LAPD’s Sexually Exploited Child Unit began investigating Roman in September 2014, after a female student reported that he had touched her inappropriately a number of times, police said.

Roman’s bail has been set at $1.7 million, and he has been charged with 9 felony counts of lewd acts on a child, according to the Times. If convicted, Roman could face up to 135 years to life in state prison.

Update: Roman Pleads Not Guilty

May 29 – Ronnie Lee Roman pleaded not guilty today to all charges, according to the Los Angeles Daily News. He is due back in court June 26, when a date will be set for a hearing to determine whether there is enough evidence for him to stand trial. Click here [3] to learn more.

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FAQs

Who is eligible to file a lawsuit related to child abuse by an L.A. after-school coach?
Parents or guardians of children who were abused by an L.A. after-school coach may be eligible to file a lawsuit. The affected children themselves may also have legal standing, depending on the circumstances.

What types of abuse are alleged in the L.A. After-School Coach lawsuit?
The lawsuit may allege various forms of abuse, including physical abuse (such as hitting or inappropriate physical punishment), emotional abuse (such as verbal insults or intimidation), and sexual abuse.

Can I file a lawsuit if my child was abused by an after-school coach in L.A.?
Yes, if your child was abused by an after-school coach in L.A., you can file a lawsuit seeking compensation for medical expenses, therapy costs, pain and suffering, and other related damages. It is important to consult with a lawyer who specializes in child abuse cases.

What evidence is needed to support a child abuse lawsuit against an after-school coach?
Evidence needed to support a child abuse lawsuit includes medical records, psychological evaluations, witness statements, any documentation of the abuse (such as reports to school officials or law enforcement), and expert testimony on the impact of the abuse.

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