February 3, 2026 BROOKLYN, NY Parents in Canarsie are reeling today following a sickening report of violence involving the very person entrusted to protect and educate their children. A typical Monday at Public School 276 turned into a nightmare after a 26-year-old teacher allegedly snapped, leading to his immediate arrest and criminal charges.

Violence at PS 276

The halls of the school on E. 83rd St. near Avenue K became a crime scene on Monday when Moaz Mahmoud allegedly laid hands on a 10-year-old student. According to the New York City Police Department, Mahmoud reportedly struck the child inside the building, sparking an immediate investigation.

The details of the confrontation remain under wraps as investigators piece together what led to the outburst, but the fallout was swift.

The Charges: More Than Just a "Scuffle"

Police didn't just give Mahmoud a slap on the wrist. The young teacher was hauled away and slapped with serious charges:

• Assault

• Acting in a Manner Injurious to a Child

While the NYPD has confirmed the arrest, it remains unclear if Mahmoud was led away in handcuffs in front of his students or if the arrest took place off school grounds. What is certain is that his career is now in freefall as his arraignment looms in Brooklyn Criminal Court.

A Community Demanding Answers

For the families of Canarsie, the news is a devastating blow to the sense of security schools are supposed to provide. As the investigation continues, many are left wondering how a 26-year-old educator could find himself at the center of a criminal assault case involving a child.

The Department of Education has yet to release a formal statement regarding Mahmoud’s future employment, but in the eyes of the law, the clock is ticking on his defense.