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Teacher arrested for allegedly molesting her 13-year-old student


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Los Angeles police arrested a 43-year-old woman for allegedly harassing one of her students.

Investigators have charged teacher Colleen Jo Matarico with lewd acts with a minor after she allegedly approached and sexually assaulted a 13-year-old in her classroom. According to the LAPD, she later convinced the victim to have sex with her in her car.

After reviewing the case, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office charged Matarico with five counts of lewd acts on a minor, two counts of lewd acts on a minor 14 or 15 years old, and one count of delivery of marijuana to a minor.

Investigators believe there may be more victims who have not come forward.

Potential victims or anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Juvenile Division Criminal Investigation Division at (424) 259-7097. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1(800 222-8477) or through their website.

The LAPD recommended tipsters call 1(877) 527-3247 after hours or on weekends.