Director Fails to Report Child Abuse | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

A KinderCare director in Henrico County faces charges for allegedly ignoring repeated reports of child abuse by an employee who pinched, flicked, and pulled the hair of seven toddlers over months. As a mandated reporter, she had a legal duty to act — but prosecutors say she failed. The case, set for trial in October alongside the employee, underscores the urgent need for accountability in childcare and the consequences when reporting laws are ignored — even if penalties remain light. With Virginia’s new reporting laws not yet in effect, authorities are urging other families to come forward if…