A West Virginia teacher finds herself in serious legal trouble after being dismissed from her position due to allegations of child sexual abuse. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community.

Emily Joy Wise, 38, was arrested by the West Virginia State Police on January 14, as reported by The Jackson Star Herald. She faces charges for allegedly engaging in sexual abuse involving a child under the age of 16. However, the specifics of the allegations remain undisclosed to the public.

Following her arrest, Wise was promptly terminated from her teaching role, a decision confirmed by Jackson County Schools. They released a statement acknowledging the “serious allegations” that led to her dismissal.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the state police for further information, though no additional details have been provided at this time.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the state police. 

In a statement, Jackson County Schools said Wise had been terminated following her arrest involving “serious allegations.”

West Virginia State Police took Wise into custody. (West Virginia State Police)

“As required by the West Virginia Code, any employee subject to a fact-finding investigation involving conduct alleged to jeopardize the health, safety, or welfare of students must be immediately placed on suspension, the school district said. “This mandated action was taken by the school system immediately upon becoming aware of the allegation.”

“Ms. Wise is no longer employed by Jackson County Schools. In accordance with state law, the West Virginia Department of Education’s licensure agency has been notified of the arrest,” the statement continued. “All other mandatory reporting obligations have also been fulfilled.”

Wise was let go by Jackson County Schools. (iStock)

Wise is being held at South Central Regional Jail on $250,000 bail.