Investigation under way into claims boy, 10, 'punched multiple times' by teacher
Investigations are under way following claims a teacher punched a 10-year-old "multiple times" at a London school - with the boy then being treated in A&E.
The incident is alleged to have happened at Christ The King School in Islington, north London.
A statement from Islington Council on X, formerly known as Twitter, said: "We are aware of these reports and are taking them seriously. We're working with the school to investigate."
On Tuesday, Victoria Azubuike, posting on the social media platform, said: "I can't believe I'm writing these words. My 10-year-old nephew was punched multiple times by his teacher… at Christ The King School in Islington.
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"The 10-year-old had to go to A&E immediately after reporting severe pains across his chest and back areas."
Sky News has contacted the school, which said it was not releasing a statement "at this time".