TOPEKA (KSNT) – Prosecutors have charged a local middle school principal following his recent arrest.
Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay announced on Nov. 9 that prosecutors have filed charges against the principal of Jardine Middle School. This comes after officers arrested him last week in connection to an ongoing investigation.
- Charges
- Aggravated criminal sodomy involving a child under 14
- Sexual exploitation of a child involving a child under 14
- Aggravated indecent soliciation of a child
Kagay said the current investigation involves only one alleged victim, but people who think they have information connected to this case should reach out to the Topeka Police Department. The principal remains in custody on a $1 million bond.
Officers arrested the principal on Nov. 5. USD 501 officials released a statement shortly after his arrest, stating that the principal is on administrative leave and that other staff members would be stepping in to lead the school in the principal’s absences.
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We reached out to USD 501 for an updated statement on this situation but have yet to hear back.
People who have information regarding this investigation can contact police by sending an email to telltpd@topeka.org or by calling 785-368-9400. You can also leave an anonymous tip with Shawnee County Crime Stoppers by calling 785-234-0007.
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