A Florida high school teacher was arrested for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old female student.
Molly Mersereau, aged 36 and a former employee of the Santa Rosa County School District, faces charges including contributing to a minor’s delinquency, two instances of utilizing a communication device to aid a felony, second-degree felony criminal solicitation, and engaging in a romantic relationship with a student as a school authority.
The investigation began after a CrimeStoppers tip was sent to the Gulf Breeze Police Department, according to officials.
The case was then transferred to the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office.
Teacher Molly Mersereau is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a minor. (Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office)
The sheriff’s office said the case remains under investigation.
“The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office treats all claims concerning the safety of minors and public trust integrity with utmost seriousness,” stated an official announcement.
A Florida teacher is facing multiple felony charges. (iStock)
Santa Rosa County District Schools did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
