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SLIDELL, La. (WGNO) — A Slidell teacher accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student and buying students alcohol has been arrested.
The Slidell Police Department reported officers began investigating reports that 35-year-old Alexa Wingerter was allegedly having inappropriate relationships with male students at Slidell High School in March.
SPD officials said Wingerter was also allegedly sending inappropriate pictures and text messages through social media.
Through interviews and search warrants, SPD investigators said they found “sufficient evidence to support that Wingerter was involved in an inappropriate and sexual relationship with at least one 18-year-old male student, as she acted in the capacity of the student’s educator.”
Wingerter was also found to have allegedly bought alcohol for her students at Slidell bars.
She faces charges of prohibited sexual conduct between an educator and student and unlawful purchase of alcoholic beverages on behalf of persons under 21.
The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. Our district has responded appropriately and is fully cooperating with the Slidell Police Department in their investigation. Any allegations of inappropriate conduct are taken very seriously and are reported directly to law enforcement officials. We have strict policies in place to ensure that any behavior compromising the safety of our students is not tolerated. We will continue to prioritize the safety of our students above all else.
St. Tammany Parish Schools Superintendent Frank Jabbia
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