Child abuse allegations investigation underway at Cordele church daycare

GBI has been requested to investigate child abuse allegations at First Baptist Child Development Center

CORDELE, Ga. – Crisp County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the First Baptist Child Development Center to conduct an investigation after child abuse allegations were reported to the Director.

Crisp County Sheriff’s Office requested the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) conduct an independent investigation due to a conflict of interest.

CCSO staff members utilize child care services provided by First Baptist Child Development Center and multiple CCSO staff members are also involved with the church the development center is affiliated with. First Baptist Child Development Center is fully cooperating with law enforcement in this investigation.

For further information, please contact the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).

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