Former Cohoes teacher pleads guilty to raping student
Key Questions
What charges did Drake Galarneau plead guilty to?
Drake Galarneau, a former Cohoes High School teacher, pleaded guilty to two counts of third-degree rape. The charges stem from an incident involving a student on school property in Albany County Court.
What sentence does the former teacher face?
Galarneau faces up to 2 years in prison following his guilty plea. Sentencing is still pending and has not yet been scheduled.
Does this case have any connection to local politics?
Mayor Keeler of Cohoes is Drake Galarneau's father-in-law, which introduces a local political dimension. The story has raised questions about community trust in local institutions.
Drake Galarneau, former Cohoes High School teacher, pleaded guilty to raping a student on school property. Sentencing pending, faces 2 years in prison. Mayor Keeler is his father-in-law, adding local political dimension. Crime and safety story affecting community trust.