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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Tara Cobham

Police arrest parents for complaining about school on WhatsApp

  • Parents Maxie Allen and Rosalind Levine were arrested in January for allegedly harassing their daughter's primary school, Cowley Hill Primary School, through emails and WhatsApp messages.
  • The couple, who have a disabled and neurodivergent daughter, were detained for eight hours and subjected to searches and fingerprinting, but no charges were filed.
  • The conflict began when Mr. Allen questioned the school's headteacher appointment process, leading to a ban from school grounds and events.
  • The school alleges the couple's communications were excessive and upsetting to staff, parents, and governors.
  • Hertfordshire police confirmed the arrests were made based on harassment and malicious communication allegations but concluded there was insufficient evidence for further action.

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