This article written in french by Geneviève Quessy was automatically translated using AI
A daycare service manager, Anna Mourani, pleaded guilty to an assault charge against a child at the Laval courthouse on Thursday, December 12.
The incident in question occurred in February.
While caring for a 5-year-old child, Anna Mourani lost her patience and violently pressed the child’s face with a blanket. She also sat on the child’s back for a few seconds, as recorded by surveillance cameras.
When the child returned home with a red mark on their face, the parents contacted the police.
Anna Mourani, who had run a daycare service for 20 years, admitted to the facts in court. She expressed regret for the harm caused to the child and the family.
“She was suffering from tooth pain and a headache, which made her impatient,” her lawyer argued. “She was trying to text her supervisor to request a day off for the following day.”
Her lawyer requested a conditional discharge for Mourani, who had no prior criminal record. However, Judge Éric Côté declined to grant it.
“I’m sorry. I understand she was frustrated and in pain, but she is an adult and was responsible for young children under her care. I will not consent to a conditional discharge. It goes against my values. Another judge may eventually decide otherwise,” the judge said, wishing her good luck.
Anna Mourani is scheduled to return to court on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, before another judge.
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