12/5/13 - A local man facing criminal charges for allegedly spanking his young niece has been bound over for trial. 26-year-old John Drawe of Fowlerville was charged with 3rd degree child abuse following the November 18th incident. Heâs accused of spanking his 2-year-old niece while babysitting her, which allegedly left bruises and markings on the child. Another child was also in his care but not injured. He is said to have told police that he was frustrated with the children and used spanking as a form of discipline. Drawe remains free on bond and the case was bound over to Livingston County Circuit Court, where his arraignment on Monday was waived. Further dates have yet to be scheduled. (JM)
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