EspañolLos Angeles Violin Teacher Konstantin Yedigaraov, 72, of Northridge, Arrested for Alleged Lewd Acts with a Minor
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA (December 3, 2024) – A 72-year-old Los Angeles County violin teacher identified as Konstantin Yedigaraov was arrested on charges of child sexual abuse.
Los Angeles County officials are saying that the incident took place on November 14. Konstantin Yedigaraov was taken into custody, and his bail was set at $50,000.
Prior to being arrested, he held violin classes at his Northridge residence. Los Angeles Police Department detectives are investigating the possibility that there are additional victims.
Any person with more information about the actions of Konstantin Yedigaraov should reach out to the LAPD. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Los Angeles County Child Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse involving teachers and other educators is very common in Los Angeles County and across the United States. According to Psychology Today, “Charol Shakeshaft thoroughly reviewed the existing research literature available at the time detailing sexual misconduct in school settings. In her subsequent report to the USDOE, known colloquially as the “Shakeshaft Report,” she estimated the prevalence of educator sexual misconduct at the time to be 9.6 percent of the U.S. student body.” There are a number of factors that can contribute to abuse.
- Teachers with a history of abuse or misconduct are more likely to engage in future abuse.
- Poor oversight on behalf of schools or other organizations can contribute to abuse.
- Students with intellectual or physical disabilities are statistically more likely to become victims of sexual abuse.
Depending on the facts of any case, there could be numerous sources of liability for any incident where a child is sexually abused. Of course, the assailant could be held responsible, both through a criminal and civil claim. But any organization that hired the abuser in some official capacity could also be held at fault. Schools have a legal obligation to properly vet all workers. They must take reasonable measures in order to prevent students from being sexually abused. It is important that certain steps are taken after any instance of child sexual abuse.
- A police report should be created.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- An experienced teacher sexual abuse attorney should be contacted.
Sexual abuse is often highly preventable. Much of the abuse that takes place occurs when students are allowed to be isolated with the abusers. Students are often too ashamed to speak up, which is what may allow abuse to continue uninterrupted for many years. Sadly, though, schools and other organizations will often do everything in their power to deny responsibility if a child in their care is abused. This is why it is so important for abuse victims to seek legal support as early as possible.
Investigating Los Angeles County Child Sexual Abuse
We at the Carrillo Law Firm, LLP were deeply concerned to hear about the allegations against Konstantin Yedigaraov. There needs to be a thorough investigation into the possibility that there may be additional victims. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent similar incidents.
Have you or someone that you care about been sexually abused by a teacher in Los Angeles County? Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that abuse victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at 626-799-9375.
