The Rabun County community is grappling with disturbing allegations after the arrest of a 64-year-old school janitor on charges of grooming a minor for a sexual offense. According to Now Habersham, Daviel Guevara of Tiger, who worked at Rabun County Middle School, was taken into custody following complaints made to the school principal by the mother of a female student under the age of 16.
The investigation, spurred by the mother's report, unveiled surveillance footage that included interactions that raised serious concerns. Guevara was observed on video making several troubling comments to the young student, and, as Now Habersham detailed, asking her to "perform an act that she [the mother] deemed inappropriate." Among the recorded statements, Guevara was heard expressing sentiments of affection and inquiring about the student’s social media accounts, actions unbecoming of a staff member's relationship with a student. The school's swift response included dismissing Guevara, issuing a criminal trespass warning, and contacting the Rabun County Sheriff's Office, as reported by the Now Habersham.
Following his arrest last Friday, Guevara has since been released on a $20,000 bond after just four days in custody, per FOX 5 Atlanta. The charge, as jail records reveal, comes from the sheriff's office's findings, prompted by the school district's report of concerning behavior by the former support employee. In a demonstration of assertive action, school administrators terminated Guevara's employment and worked in tandem with law enforcement, prioritizing student safety throughout the investigation process.
While the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed Guevara's release, many details surrounding the case remain undisclosed. The specific nature of the allegations, the temporal scope of the concerns raised, and the identity or age of the minor have not been revealed. As Now Habersham quoted the police report, “Based on the totality of the circumstances, Mr. Guevara appeared to convey a level of affection or intimacy that was inappropriate for a student-staff interaction,” indicating a breach of professional boundaries. Law enforcement officials have encouraged anyone with information to come forward, signaling the investigation's ongoing status and their focus on uncovering whether this case stands isolated or is indicative of a broader pattern.
Community members are waiting for further updates as the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. The full implications of the allegations against Guevara, as well as the potential impact on the school and local families, remain to be seen.
