Tucker High School employee faces charges of inappropriate behavior toward a student

TUCKER, Georgia – A Tucker High School employee has been placed on leave following serious allegations, according to a letter to students' families.

The letter states that the allegations involve an underage student. Due to the seriousness of the allegations and in accordance with safety protocols, the employee has been placed on administrative leave and is prohibited from entering all DeKalb County School District schools and properties until further notice.

According to the letter, DCSD police are conducting a thorough investigation. However, the school is unable to provide further details to protect the integrity of the investigation and possible litigation.

No further information about the incident has been provided by the school or police at this time.