Allegations of Sexual Abuse

False Allegations

John Edgar case



Waikato Times
May 11, 1998

Loss a shame
Letter to the Editor
by Fiona Coop

I write regarding your article about John Edgar (April 29). I was disgusted by a comment made by one of his fellow teachers about his sexuality. So what if he is homosexual? My daughter's teacher is heterosexual. Does that mean she can be any less careful about how she interacts with her students? I think not. I have never met Dr Edgar but congratulate him on his not guilty verdict. It's just a shame our children are losing another excellent teacher. I also believe all parents should teach their children the difference between the truth and lies. (Abridged)