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Long Beach Middle School wrestling coach charged with endangering welfare of a child

John Anfossi, 54, allegedly threw a Long Beach Middle School wrestler to the ground and laid on top of her without consent.

Tara Rincon

Feb 6, 2026, 10:10 AM

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A middle school wrestling coach is accused of endangering the welfare of a child in Nassau County.

John Anfossi, 54, allegedly threw a female Long Beach Middle School wrestler to the ground and laid on top of her without consent.

He also tried to get the wrestler on top of him, according to Nassau police.

The incident happened in December.

The Long Beach School District's superintendent tells News 12 the district is cooperating with investigators and the person in question has been re-assigned during the investigation.

Anfossi was arraigned on Jan. 28 and a temporary order of protection was issued.

He is due back in court on Feb. 10.

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