Las Vegas, NV – A Clark County School District (CCSD) teacher was arrested Wednesday following an investigation at C.V.T. Gilbert Elementary School, the district confirmed.

Details of the Arrest:

• 59-year-old Rima Villaret, a Teacher – Early Childhood/Special Education, was taken into custody by CCSD Police.
• Villaret faces charges including child abuse or neglect, battery on a vulnerable person, and false imprisonment.
• The district confirmed Villaret’s employment since July 2016 but declined to comment on the specific allegations due to the ongoing investigation.

CCSD’s Response:

• Villaret will be denied access to CCSD campuses while the investigation continues.
• The district emphasized its commitment to student well-being and its cooperation with law enforcement.

Current Status:

• As of Thursday evening, Villaret remains in custody awaiting a court hearing scheduled for Friday morning.

Credits: KTNV