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Teacher accused of assaulting special needs student
Florida teacher charged after allegedly tossing 6-year-old through air and pinning him to wall until boy said he couldn't breathe.
In brief
Florida teacher charged after allegedly tossing 6-year-old through air and pinning him to wall until boy said he couldn't breathe. A Florida teacher is accused of physically assaulting a 6-year-old special needs student after a toy dispute, with the boy reporting he couldn't breathe. Originally reported by Law & Crime.
Teacher charged with child abuse
Kevin Adkisson, 52, is charged with two counts of child abuse without great bodily harm by Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Incident at Wadsworth Elementary
A paraprofessional reported Adkisson allegedly tossed a 6-year-old special needs student through the air after a toy dispute at Wadsworth Elementary School in Palm Coast, Florida.
Student's account of assault
The boy told police Adkisson struck him on both sides of his stomach with closed hands and said he could not breathe.
Teacher's actions
Adkisson allegedly pinned the student against the wall after grabbing him by the arm in a rough motion, causing the boy to swing through the air.
Student's reaction
The student was visibly upset, crawled under his desk while crying and yelling, and told Adkisson he was hurting him.
Teacher's response
Adkisson eventually let the boy go, told him he was not hurt, and walked away after the incident.
Prior incident
Earlier that day, Adkisson allegedly picked the boy up for skipping a line and carried him to the back of the school.
Arrest details
Adkisson was arrested at his home and taken to Flagler County Jail after posting a $5,000 bond.
Current status
Adkisson declined to speak with detectives and has a next court date set for November 17, 2026.
School response
Flagler County Schools placed Adkisson on administrative leave following the incident.
Sheriff's statement
Sheriff Rick Staly said abuse of any kind, especially by trusted adults, will not be tolerated despite the school's efforts to keep students safe.
Student's injury
The boy reported Adkisson struck him on both sides of his stomach with closed hands and said he could not breathe.
Investigation
The investigation began when a paraprofessional in Adkisson's emotional and behavioral disorders classroom alerted the vice principal about the incident.
Date of incident
The incident occurred on October 16, 2026, at Wadsworth Elementary School in Palm Coast, Florida.
Teacher's background
Adkisson is known as Mr. A in the school and teaches in the emotional and behavioral disorders classroom.
Next steps
Adkisson's next court date is set for November 17, 2026, after being charged with two counts of child abuse without great bodily harm.
The essence
A Florida teacher is accused of physically assaulting a 6-year-old special needs student after a toy dispute, with the boy reporting he couldn't breathe.
