Raymond Buckey

Raymond Buckey is an American former teacher and school administrator who became nationally known due to his involvement in the 1984 McMartin preschool trial, one of the longest and most controversial criminal cases in U.S. history. He was accused of child abuse based on allegations during a period of intense moral panic, but he was ultimately acquitted of all charges. The case highlighted issues around false accusations, media influence, and legal proceedings in complex child abuse allegations. Buckey’s case remains a significant example in discussions of legal justice, child welfare, and the impact of hysteria on individuals accused of abuse.