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A 65-year-old teacher in Burrillville, Rhode Island has been charged with assault after she allegedly poked a misbehaving student in the chest.
Naomi Roberts pleaded not guilty to simple assault Tuesday in Providence District Court.
Roberts allegedly poked the 10-year-old boy in the chest with a pointer, leaving a small red mark, because he was talking too loud in class.
The fifth grade teacher works at Steere Farm Elementary School.
Roberts was released on a $1,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court next month.
