NEW ROCHELLE, NY (March 28, 2026) — Former New Rochelle middle school teacher Samuel McVey has denied sending a threatening email to Schools Superintendent Corey W. Reynolds, claiming a third party with access to his account may have sent the message.
McVey was arrested March 17 and charged with aggravated harassment in the second degree following a New Rochelle Police Department investigation. The charge is related to threats made against Superintendent Reynolds, but authorities have not publicly identified the sender of the email.
In a statement issued today, McVey asserted his innocence and attributed the email to another individual. He mentioned individuals in New Jersey whom he claims had access, though these claims have not been independently verified.
McVey criticized both the New Rochelle Police Department and media coverage of his case. During his arraignment in New Rochelle City Court, a temporary order of protection was issued, barring him from contacting Reynolds or entering school district properties.
The case is ongoing.
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