Gerard Academy staff member placed on leave after allegedly assaulting a student

A Gerard Academy staff member who is facing charges in Mower County District Court after allegedly assaulting a student on January 27th has been placed on leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation.  

32-year old Ryan Michael Gallagher of Owatonna has been charged with a gross misdemeanor for malicious punishment of a child, a misdemeanor for fifth-degree assault, inflict or attempt bodily harm and a misdemeanor for fifth-degree assault, fear of bodily harm or death.

Gallagher’s next appearance in Mower County District Court is scheduled for February 10th.