Sheriff’s Office Uncovers Inappropriate Teacher-Student Relationship

The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office reports on May 22 they were made aware of an inappropriate relationship between a Spotsylvania County school employee and a 17-year-old female Courtland High School student.

"Subsequent investigation by Detective Pattye Harper unveiled a six month relationship between the two," Lt. Troy Skebo said.

Keith Bradley Pendleton, 35, was arrested for one count of felony indecent liberties, one count of distribution of drugs to a minor, and three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.  "None of the offenses occurred on school property or during school hours," Lt. Skebo said.

Pendleton, a Spotsylvania County resident, is being held with no bond at Rappahannock Regional Jail.  He is no longer employed by the school division.  Previously, he worked as a para educator (instructional assistant) and an assistant coach.

Anyone with information is asked the call the Sheriff’s Office at 540-582-7115 or 1-800-928-5822.  You can also text a tip: Text SEE911 to CRIMES (274637).

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