Papillion City Councilman Accused Of Child Abuse Wants Trial

Sarpy County, Nebraska - A Papillion City Councilman accused of misdemeanor child abuse - no serious injury wants the case to go to trial. Jason Gaines was arrested last month after a 5 year old boy that Gaines sometimes cares for claims he was allegedly grabbed and had finger marks on his arm and side.

6 News spoke with Gaines' attorney, Steve Delaney who said the charges shouldn't have been filed and they don't believe he will be found guilty.

Gaines made a brief court appearance in Sarpy County today. His next court date is November 25th for a status hearing. At that time a date will be set for the trial.


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