A Barrington woman told police on Tuesday, April 14, that her young daughter was the victim of bullying.
The woman, who stopped by the police station at about 9:25 a.m., told an officer that the alleged bullying was taking place at a local public school and in her neighborhood.
Police reportedly told the woman that there was no specific law for bullying, but that laws for harassment and threats can be used at times. Police can also conduct interventions in an effort to thwart bullying incidents.
Officers also told the woman they needed to speak with her daughter regarding the situation; the woman said she would not be able to bring her daughter to the station.
Officers asked the woman to fill out a statement and drop it off, but have not heard from her since.