Woodbury, NJ – Yolanda F. Johnson, 62, of Clayton, was arrested and charged with third-degree aggravated assault, third-degree endangering a person with a developmental disability, and third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose after allegedly stabbing an adult victim in her care with a stun gun.
According to documents filed in this case:
On Feb. 3, an adult victim, who is diagnosed with autism, disclosed to individuals at school they had been harmed in their home. The victim, who had marks on their left, rear shoulder, told police they had been stabbed with a “stab gun” as they attempted to leave home on Jan. 30.
A search warrant was subsequently obtained and executed at Johnson’s home where a blue stun gun was found.
Johnson was arrested Feb. 5 and released on a summons.
The maximum term of incarceration is 5 years in state prison for each charge.
“No one in our community should be subjected to physical abuse, especially individuals who are particularly vulnerable,” Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns said. “Our office remains committed to ensuring these cases are handled with care, seriousness, and accountability.”
Prosecutor Johns also thanked the Clayton Police Department for their assistance in the investigation.
The charges contained in the complaint are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
The County of Gloucester complies with all state and federal rules and regulations against discrimination in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, and activities. In addition, County encourages participation of people with disabilities in its programs and activities and offers special services to all residents 60 years of age and older. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the County’s ADA Coordinator at (856) 384-6842/ New Jersey Relay Service 711.