Allegations of Sexual Abuse

False Allegations

John Edgar case



The Press
November 21 1997

Suppression order lifted on teacher
NZPA

A Hamilton District Court judge has lifted the name suppression order on a teacher accused of indecently assaulting seven young boys. Judge Spear also allowed the name of the Hamilton school to be published. John Timothy Edgar, 37, is a teacher at Hukanui Primary School. He was suspended from work last Monday when he was first charged.

Judge Spear yesterday suppressed his reasons for lifting the suppression order. Edgar is facing seven charges of indecent assault against seven boys aged under 12. One charge dates back to 1991. His lawyer Mark Hammond said Edgar would plead not guilty at his next court appearance.--