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Published on October 10, 2024
Riverview Elementary Staff Member in Silver Lake Accused of Sexual Misconduct Involving StudentsSource: Facebook/Kenosha County Sheriff's Department

A staff member from Riverview Elementary School in Silver Lake, who is currently in custody at the Kenosha County Jail, stands accused of sexual misconduct involving a current and a former student, as confirmed by the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department. According to FOX6 News, the investigation into the 33-year-old woman began yesterday. While it has been established that the alleged incidents did not occur on school grounds or during school hours, the gravity of the charges remains.

Law enforcement officials have urged the public to come forward with any information related to the case, a plea echoed in a statement obtained by TMJ4, which also shares the sheriff's office's assurance that the investigation is ongoing and more charges may be forthcoming as new details emerge. The staff member was transported to the Detective Bureau from the school before being detained. The investigation is being handled by the Sensitive Crime Unit of the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department.

The nature of the allegations has prompt the local school district to cooperate fully with law enforcement inquiries into the matter, as reported by CBS 58. This signals the institution's commitment to addressing the issue transparently and its recognition of the severity of the alleged crimes.

As the Kenosha community grapples with the troubling revelations, the Sheriff's Department has reiterated its call for anyone with relevant information to contribute to the case by contacting them directly at 262-605-5102. This important step not only aids the investigative process but also demonstrates a collective responsibility in safeguarding the well-being of the young individuals at the center of these allegations.