COLORADO SPRINGS — A Mitchell High school employee was arrested Wednesday, August 17 for sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust.
Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said on June 14, they were alerted to a possible sexual assault on a child, involving a 16-year-old former Mitchell High School student and an employee of Mitchell High School.
Upon investigating, CSPD said the suspect was identified as Sarah Jones, a Library Technology Educator. According to CSPD, Jones turned herself in after authorities obtained an arrest warrant on August 17.
District 11 Superintendent, Michael Gaal, released a statement in regards to the matter:
“We have learned of allegations of inappropriate behavior and criminal charges being brought against a Mitchell High School employee, Sarah Jones. Due to these allegations and an ongoing police investigation, Ms. Jones has been placed on administrative leave. District and Mitchell administrators are working with the Colorado Springs Police Department during this investigation. Our highest priority is the safety and welfare of all students. These alleged charges are egregious and violate state statutes and D11 Board of Education policies, and we will continue to work in collaboration with investigators to protect our students.”
Michael Gaal, Superintendent
Anyone with information or who is a witness to this investigation is asked to call CSPD at (719) 444-7000; or if you wish to remain anonymous, you may call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at (719) 634-STOP (7687) or 1-800-222-8477.
