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Teacher Accused of Coercing Minor | Providence News
A teacher and coach at Barrington Christian Academy, Sean Cassidy, now faces federal charges for allegedly coercing a minor into taking inappropriate photos under the guise of a secret FBI program—and falsely impersonating a federal agent. The case, initially investigated by Rhode Island State Police and later taken over by Homeland Security Investigations and the ICAC task force, reveals how Cassidy exploited his position of trust. This isn’t his first arrest—he’s been charged twice before on state grounds—but this federal prosecution underscores the gravity of the allegations. Authorities…
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