The FBI has taken a Coral Springs teacher into custody on charges of alleged enticement of a minor, officials announced. Boris Fernando Bastidas, 35, was arrested by the FBI and the FBI Miami Child Exploitation Task Force early Thursday morning, as per the details provided in a complaint from the federal court. Bastidas, who taught at Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory, a Catholic high school located in Hollywood, is now facing charges that have sent ripples through the educational community.

As reported by NBC6, sources familiar with the investigation coupled with the criminal complaint's allegations detailed Bastidas' position as an "Educator of the Year" for 2023 and his role as the chair of the social studies department before the arrest. The school has confirmed his employment in the past and addressed the incident with swift action. "When we became aware of the allegations we conducted an investigation and he was terminated immediately," a school official said in a statement obtained by NBC6.

Following his arrest, Bastidas was expected to appear before a federal court, with proceedings taking place in Fort Lauderdale. However, the nature of the allegations and the sensitivity of the investigation have caused officials to remain tight-lipped about the further specifics surrounding the case. Bastidas, now in federal custody without incident, finds his career and liberty squarely in the crosshairs of the judiciary.

Coral Springs Talk noted that the FBI urges the public to step forward with any relevant information regarding this case. Contacting the FBI is possible via their hotline at 754-703-2000 or through their website at tips.fbi.gov, as they continue to seek more insights into this matter and possibly other related investigations.