In a shocking turn of events on Monday, August 14, David George, the principal of Independence Elementary School in West Fargo, was taken into custody on charges of allegedly possessing child p*rnogr#phy. The arrest has sent shockwaves through the community, as local officials grapple with the unsettling allegations.
The arrest was the result of an ongoing investigation into George’s activities. According to reports from KVRR, law enforcement discovered illegal material on certain electronic devices owned by George. The investigation is in its early stages, and authorities are working to determine whether the illicit material was stored on devices used within the school district.
David George, a 39-year-old with no prior criminal record when initially hired, is currently being held at the Cass County Jail on five counts related to the possession of prohibited materials. He awaits his first court appearance, while the community awaits further developments.
In a surprising twist, George had submitted an official letter of resignation just before his arrest, leaving his position as principal. The West Fargo Public Schools District was informed of his arrest on Monday and has released a public statement indicating that they are awaiting additional information on the matter.
Heather Leas, a spokesperson for the school district, emphasized that the investigating entity has not provided any indication that the charges against George are connected to students within the district. Leas stated, “At this time, the investigating entity has not provided WFPS with any indication that the charges filed against Mr. George are connected to district students.”
In response to the arrest of a staff member, the district typically places the employee on leave during the investigation. Assistant Principal Kaye Fischer, with support from former Independence Principal Mike Shea and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Rachael Agre, will temporarily take over George’s role to ensure continuity.
While the news of George’s arrest came as a shock to some, others within the student body have expressed mixed reactions. Reports from Valley News Live indicate that some students were unsurprised by the allegations, suggesting that George’s behavior had raised concerns in the past. However, these concerns were often brushed off as jokes. One former student, Cassie Sherrodd, noted that discussions about the principal’s interactions with girls were often couched in humor, but now take on a more disturbing context.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the community and school district are left grappling with the implications of these allegations and focusing on maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for students. The West Fargo community awaits updates as the investigation into David George’s case progresses.
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