Article Summary –
Erin Ward, a 45-year-old substitute teacher from Nebraska, was arrested after being found undressed in a car with a 17-year-old student. After police received a report of a suspicious vehicle, they arrived to find two people in the backseat, with one fleeing the scene and crashing the car two blocks away. Ward was charged with one count of felony sexual abuse by a school employee after she admitted to having sexual intercourse with the student, who was found in a nearby neighborhood later in the day.
Nebraska Teacher Erin Ward Arrested
Erin Ward, a 45-year-old teacher, was reportedly found in a car with a 17-year-old student, as per the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
Reported Incident
A report of a suspicious vehicle led to Ward’s arrest on April 13. The Gray 2015 Honda Pilot, owned by Ward and her spouse, was parked at the end of North 189th Street. When deputies arrived, the car quickly drove off, ending up in a nearby yard.
Details of the Incident
The male teenager driving the car was found unclothed and attempted to flee. Ward, who was dressing in the backseat was identified by her Omaha Public School employee ID. She confirmed her position as a substitute teacher at OPS Burke High School and two other local schools and admitted to being sexually involved with the 17-year-old student.
Aftermath of the Incident
Law enforcement located the teenager in a nearby neighbourhood and he was moved to a safe place for care and questioning. Both Ward and the teenager received minor medical attention for injuries from the car crash and the teen’s attempted escape.
Charges Against Erin Ward
Confirmation from the Omaha Public Schools confirmed Ward’s employment. She was subsequently arrested and charged with one count of felony sexual abuse by a school employee. She was taken to the Douglas County Department of Corrections. Her legal representation remains unconfirmed.
Seeking Additional Information
Additional information regarding Ward is solicited and anyone with details is requested to contact DCSO at 402-444-6000. Sexual abuse victims are advised to text “STRENGTH” to Crisis Text Line at 741-741 for help from certified crisis counselors.
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