Thursday, September 29, 2022
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NEWS RELEASE
Grapevine Police are investigating a report of a child sexually assaulted by another student at Silver Lake Elementary School.
The investigation is still active, and we advised the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District to limit information both to protect the family and the investigation. We want parents and our community to know that we are working with the family to obtain all necessary information and ensure they are receiving support services moving forward.
We are also working closely with official from Silver Lake Elementary to maintain the safety of our students and identify any possible suspects.
We encourage all parents to talk with their children about safety in an age-appropriate way, and watch for signs of possible abuse, including a child who suddenly acts out of displays an extreme mood change. Anyone who suspects their child could be a victim of abuse is urged to call Grapevine Police immediately at 817.410.8127 or by calling 9-1-1.
Our Victim Services Advocate is also available to anyone in our community seeking support for themselves or a family member. She can be reached at: 817.410.3491 or mmoore@grapveinetexas.gov.
