Student testifies Brockton mayor grabbed her at parade, pulled her close

State of play: A Brockton High marching band teacher took the stand Monday in Hingham District Court to describe the parade in May.

• Music director Andrew Fantucchio said he was 10–15 feet away when he saw Rodrigues put his hands and face on the student's shoulders.
• "It wasn't just his hands. His body was touching her body," Fantucchio testified.

The intrigue: The incident made headlines when a woman ran onto the Brockton High field at graduation to confront Rodrigues

• "You know what you did to my daughter," the woman shouted before being escorted off the field.

The student also testified Monday, saying Rodrigues grabbed her by the waist during the Huntington Day Parade May 22 and pulled her closer while someone filmed him dancing.

• She said she hid in a bathroom when she learned he'd come to the school afterward. She broke down in tears when he appeared at graduation despite a letter from the district saying he wouldn't attend.

The other side: Rodrigues also testified Monday, saying he "felt awful" after learning the student was uncomfortable with their interaction.

• "I believe it's possible I put my hand on her shoulder," he said, per The Enterprise. "It was not meant to hurt her. I was being nice to someone."

What's next: State Police are investigating a formal complaint filed by the student's family with Brockton Public Schools.

• A judge is reviewing cellphone video from the parade incident.