LYNCHBURG, Va. – The LPD announced Tuesday that it had made multiple arrests following an investigation into allegations of child assault at Elizabeth’s Early Learning Center.
As previously reported, on Nov. 13, Child Protective Services alerted LPD of an assault complaint involving an employee at the facility, which led to the arrest of 24-year-old Georgia Brown. Now, three interim directors and three board members are also being charged in the case.
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Lynchburg Police say they uncovered evidence that revealed members of the staff and board of Elizabeth’s Early Center were allegedly aware of the alleged assaults yet failed to report them to proper authorities.
The following individuals have been charged:
Holland Coleman- Interim Director
- Child endangerment
- Failing to notify as a mandated reporter
Catherine Brown - Board Member
- Failing to notify as a mandated reporter
Jane Gerdy - Board Member
- Failing to notify as a mandated reporter
Kimberly Gregory - Board member
- Failing to notify as a mandated reporter
As stated in our earlier reports, investigation documents show that the incidents happened between October and November 2024 and involved five 2-year-old children. In one case, Georgia Brown is accused of grabbing a child by the back of the neck while forcing them to clean up a mess as they cried and screamed. Additionally, in another incident Georgia allegedly grabbed a child by the ankles, causing their head to hit a piece of furniture. On Jan. 14, Elizabeth’s Early Learning Center announced plans to install cameras in each classroom. Georgia is set to appear in Lynchburg Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court on April 24.
The investigation remains ongoing, according to LPD.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact Detective Gauthier at 434-455-6230 or anonymously reach out to Crime Stoppers at 888-798-5900. Tips can also be submitted online at http://p3tips.com, through the P3 Tips mobile app, or via text by sending CVCS to 738477 for a link to the anonymous tip form. Message frequency may vary, and standard data rates may apply. To cancel, text STOP. For help, text HELP.
