YMCA Daycare Abuse Allegations

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

A northern New York family is suing the Plattsburgh YMCA after alleging severe abuse at their day care, claiming surveillance footage shows staff repeatedly roughhousing toddlers — grabbing legs, dropping them, and covering their faces — affecting about ten children. Parents say others ignored or failed to report it, while the YMCA says they acted swiftly after learning of the allegations in March, removing staff and cooperating with authorities. No charges yet, but the family demands accountability for what they call a betrayal of trust. Support the show:Get a discount at…