Anthony Mastrangelo, CT Teacher and Camp Counselor Charged

The arrest of Anthony Mastrangelo, a longtime counselor in the Parks and Rec summer camps and after-school programs and a substitute teacher at Bethany Community School in Bethany, Connecticut, highlights significant policy issues in CT.

Charges are:

• two counts of first-degree sexual assault,
• four counts of illegal sexual contact,
• five counts of fourth-degree sexual assault and
• one count of risk of injury to a minor.

How Can A Civil Lawsuit Help Victims Seek Justice For The Trauma They May Have Experienced By Anthony Mastrangelo?

A civil lawsuit can serve as a crucial avenue for victims seeking justice and redress from the trauma of sexual abuse, especially when organizations are implicated in the wrongdoing. By initiating legal action, survivors can hold both individual perpetrators and the institutions that may have enabled or failed to prevent the abuse accountable. Civil suits allow victims to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological harm they have endured.  Thus helping to alleviate the financial burdens associated with medical and therapeutic expenses.

Additionally, these lawsuits contribute to raising awareness about the prevalence of sexual abuse. Legal proceedings also offer survivors a platform to share their experiences, thereby challenging the culture of silence surrounding sexual abuse and empowering others to come forward.

Can I File A Lawsuit Against The Camps or School?

Under current Connecticut law, municipal programs serving children operate without state regulation or oversight, creating a significant gap in safety standards. Unlike private companies and nonprofits, which must meet state licensing standards, municipal programs rely solely on local government standards. Critical safety protocols vary widely from town to town, such as conducting background checks on counselors or testing water quality. Without consistent oversight, municipal programs leave children vulnerable, relying on local administrations to prioritize and enforce safeguards—an inconsistency that, as recent events reveal, can have devastating consequences.

If you or your child was impacted in CT at any of these facilities, contact us for a free and confidential case evaluation. 1-866-753-5458.