John Ervin Arnold, Elementary Support Specialist Faces Multiple Allegations

John Ervin Arnold is an emotional support specialist in Delaware’s Brandywine School District. Arnold, who lives in the suburban Wilmington neighborhood of Fairfax, worked first at Mount Pleasant Elementary School and then at Lombardy Elementary. He’s been working in Brandywine’s summer school program at Claymont Elementary. Arnold is facing first and second-degree rape charges after an accusation came in from a five-year-old girl unaffiliated with the school. Arnold faces similar accusations from women in his family while living and practicing in Florida. No charges were filed back then. Other female relatives from Cumberland, Maryland, also came forward with allegations when he lived there. In total, four female relatives have come forward so far.

Arnold has worked with small children for decades, spanning three states, so it is reasonable to believe this behavior extended beyond the family members. We encourage you to come forward, as more impacted children are likely out there.

Can a Civil Lawsuit Help Victims Seek Justice for the Trauma They May Have Experienced By John Ervin Arnold?

By initiating legal action, survivors can hold institutions that may have enabled or failed to prevent the abuse accountable for their actions. Civil suits allow victims to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological harm they have endured.

Additionally, these lawsuits contribute to raising awareness about the prevalence of sexual abuse and fostering a culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of individuals over organizational interests. As a result, survivors gain 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 School?

Yes.  You might have rights if you were a John Ervin Arnold victim from any school where he worked.

Andreozzi + Foote is a leading sexual abuse law firm in the nation. Contact us today to discuss your possible legal rights.