Military day care workers accused of abuse

2 civilian employees face assault charges

Published: Dec 28 2012 09:33:21 PM EST Updated On: Dec 29 2012 08:40:23 AM EST

Two civilian employees at a day care in Washington are facing charges of assault against small children in their care. As a result, the Defense Department has ordered a global investigation into the hiring practices at all U.S. military day care facilities.

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