Child Assaulted At Morris Co. Autism-Specialized Daycare, Police Say

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — An employee at a Morris County daycare specializing in autism services was arrested Monday on a child abuse charge, according to police.

Authorities stated that Skylar Carroll, 25, was charged with fourth-degree child abuse after a mother reported to police that her four-year-old child was assaulted while attending Carebot ABA in Budd Lake.

The daycare facility, located at 100 International Drive, provides personalized services to children aged 18 months to eight years who are diagnosed with autism and other developmental disorders, according to the company's website.

A spokesperson for the Morris County Prosecutor's Office told Patch that while full details have not yet been released, the alleged assault took place on July 23.

Police confirmed Carroll was released with a summons to appear in court.

Officials said they are still investigating the incident. No further information was released.