Teacher Sentenced for Abuse of Trust | Albany News

A former teacher in Cohoes, Drake Galarneau, received a four-year prison sentence after admitting to a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old student — a betrayal that shattered trust and exposed the victim to judgment. The victim’s mother spoke powerfully about the lasting harm, while Galarneau acknowledged his failure as a role model and community member. Judge Roger McDonough emphasized the gravity of abusing authority, sentencing him to two consecutive years for each count of third-degree rape. This case serves as a sobering reminder of the devastating consequences when educators cross the line. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7bbea45826394e54