Fountain Inn — Former Christian School Teacher Faces 6 New Sex Battery Charges
A former music teacher from Fountain Inn has been hit with six additional charges for allegedly having a sexual relationship with an underage student. This brings the total number of charges he is facing to 14.
The accused, 36-year-old Norman Jermaine Roberson, was arrested by Fountain Inn Police. Authorities alleged that he had an “inappropriate relationship” with a 16- or 17-year-old student while employed at Fountain Inn Christian School back in 2015. These incidents reportedly happened between April and November of that year. At the time, Roberson was 27 years old.
The new charges filed are in addition to eight counts brought by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office earlier this month. Officials indicated that Roberson is accused of having sexual relationships with more than one student during his tenure at the school.
According to an August 9 news release from the sheriff’s office, these encounters allegedly took place at various locations, potentially including Simpsonville, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, and within the city of Greenville.
Both the sheriff’s office and Fountain Inn Police are urging anyone with additional information to come forward. The authorities are seeking to ensure that all relevant details are uncovered to support the ongoing investigation.
Fountain Inn Christian School is a private, nondenominational institution that serves students from K4 through 12th grade in the Laurens County area. A phone number listed for the school was reportedly out of service as of August 20.
The case has drawn significant attention within the community. Parents and educators are particularly concerned about the safety measures in place at educational institutions.
In addition to this incident, other notable news from the Upstate region includes a 23-year prison sentence handed down to an individual involved in a fatal hit-and-run case on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. This case also highlights the area’s ongoing issues with law enforcement and judicial proceedings.
Moreover, the community has been shaken by a tragic incident involving a mother who was charged with homicide after her 7-month-old baby drowned unattended in a bathtub. This incident has further fueled discussions around child safety and parental responsibilities.
In a separate matter, a judge ruled that the Laurens County Council had violated laws by closing council meetings and taking secretive votes. This ruling has implications for transparency and governance within the county.
The people of Fountain Inn and the surrounding areas are closely monitoring these developments, as they have significant implications for community safety and trust in local institutions.
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Additional Information
Authorities are continuing to investigate the allegations against Roberson and are asking anyone with information to contact law enforcement. The community’s cooperation is crucial in ensuring the thorough investigation of these serious charges.
Note: The details in this article are based on currently available information and may be subject to change as new evidence or statements emerge.
