Former Green Teacher Arrested on Rape Charges

GREEN, Ohio: A former City of Green Schools teacher is in the Summit County Jail after a grand jury indicted him on rape and sexual battery charges. The Summit County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest Sept. 30. How the investigation began A woman contacted the Summit County Sheriff's Office in October to report a sexual assault. She told investigators the abuse happened when she was a student at Green Middle School. She said it began when she was 13 years old. The suspect is a 64 year old North Canton man. The woman reported numerous sexual encounters with him between 1997 and 1999. Investigators said the activity happened on and off school property. The Sheriff's Detective Bureau opened an investigation into the allegations. Detectives later found additional female students who also engaged in sexual activity with the man while he worked for City of Green Schools. Charges returned by the grand jury The Summit County Prosecutor's Office presented the case to the Summit County Grand Jury on Sept. 29. The grand jury returned nine counts against the man. Here are the charges: Three counts of rape, each a first degree felony Six counts of sexual battery, each a third degree felony An indictment is a formal accusation. It is not a finding of guilt. Arrest and booking The United States Marshals Northeast Ohio Fugitive Task Force and the Summit County Sheriff's Office located and arrested the man on Sept. 30. He was booked into the Summit County Jail. Investigation continues Investigators are working to learn whether there are more victims. Anyone with information should contact the Summit County Sheriff's Office. Names are withheld in keeping with our policy on police reports. Frequently asked questions 1. Who was arrested in Green? A 64 year old North Canton man who formerly worked as a teacher for City of Green Schools was arrested Sept. 30. 2. What charges does he face? A grand jury indicted him on three counts of rape, which are first degree felonies. He also faces six counts of sexual battery, which are third degree felonies. 3. Who arrested him? The United States Marshals Northeast Ohio Fugitive Task Force and the Summit County Sheriff's Office located and arrested him. 4. Where is he being held? He was booked into the Summit County Jail. 5. What should people do if they have information? Anyone with information should contact the Summit County Sheriff's Office. Investigators are trying to determine whether there are additional victims.