Crockett Middle School faculty, students and parents returned from spring break today, shocked to hear the news. 23-year-old Gary Garcia junior is out on 10 thousand dollars bond. He was arrested early Thursday morning and charged with DWI. Police say children ages: 13, 14 and 15 were also in the car with him. parents we spoke to say they are outraged about the allegations and for now this coach is out on bond but nowhere near campus. Superintendent of Schools, Manuel Espino said: “I can assure the parents that we will conduct a full investigation and take the appropriate steps.” 23-year-old Gary Garcia Jr. is on paid administrative leave from his position as a Crockett Middle School swimming coach. “This is the first time I’ve heard something like that,” said a parent picking up her child. Parents we spoke to want answers. The school district is looking for facts. “We do take all of these allegations and all of these concerns very seriously we are concerned about the welfare and safety of our students,” said Espino. “For me it’s kind of scary for my kids.” This parent says this is a prime example of why she talks to his kids about alcohol. “Not to get in a car with anyone that’s been drinking, just dont do it.” Police tell us because children under 15 were in the car; Garcia faces a 3rd degree state felony. “If he’s found guilty, well he should be let go,” said another parent. The superintendent says until the facts are known, Garcia will remain on paid leave. This is …
They’re young and restless, too young to go clubbing, but happy to hang out in alleyways, parks and churchyards – hardly the safest way to spend a Saturday night. We’re not talking about drop outs, thugs or criminals here. We’re talking about average, every day kids – perhaps even yours. The authorities want underage teens off the streets and there’s a new campaign underway teaching high school students to be streetwise, but it seems many parents are turning a blind eye. Jehan Casinader hits the town on Saturday night to meet these underage teens. For more, check out tvnz.co.nz/close-up
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aww common they should just bring a flick knife
I think that Wellington is safe city and that the authorities shouldn’t be too hard on underage teenagers because what most teenagers want to do is to go out and have fun, not usually to get drunk and do crime. Violence crime is low in wellington however I’m shocked that its rising. I am 16 myself and I hardy ever go into town because my parents are too responsible and think its too dangerous, because of the few violence crime incidents in wellington city.
I used to club when I was 16 when I first moved to NZ.
Passed as 18 pretty easy.What do they expect children to stay locked up forever,although you should stay responsible.If you drink,don’t be silly about it..
she’s annoying =/
stupid bitch at 4:34
The best part is the last 2 seconds
Total adult complacency and the relinquishing of all of our parental rights is what fuels these scenarios. This shit never used to happen, and we never had to worry about being in the city at night.