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School Nurse Arrested for Stealing Student Meds
31 Mar
Summary
- A nurse faces drug charges for allegedly stealing student medication.
- The nurse is accused of taking Adderall meant for students.
- An investigation is underway by the Georgia Secretary of State.
Ivy Perdue Burton, a licensed professional nurse employed by the Troup County School System, was arrested on Monday. She faces two charges related to controlled substances. Burton, who works at Long Cane Elementary School in LaGrange, Georgia, is accused of stealing Adderall meant for students under her care.
According to the Troup County Sheriff's Office report, Burton allegedly took the medication and placed it in her purse instead of the school's secure storage. She is accused of possessing a Schedule II controlled substance and obtaining it through fraudulent means. Burton has been placed on leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The Georgia Secretary of State's Office has also initiated an investigation into the allegations against Burton. School officials and parents are being contacted for further information as the story develops.
