A volunteer band leader in New York is accused of duct taping a young musician's mouth shut.
Kenyatte Hughes faces assault and child endangerment charges.
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He reportedly caused a 9-year-old boy to suffer a cracked, bloody lip and swelling.
Hughes is no longer allowed in public schools.
Hughes did not comment following his court hearing, but supporters say he is usually a low-key, well-mannered man.