2/22/14 - A local man facing criminal charges for allegedly spanking his young niece has entered a plea. 26-year-old John Drawe of Fowlerville was charged with 3rd degree child abuse following the November 18th incident. Last month, he pleaded guilty to the lesser included charge of 4th degree child abuse. He will be sentenced on March 6th. Drawe is 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 a $5,000 bond. (JK)
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