Farmington School District staff member faces charges of child pornography

FARMINGTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A staff member at the Truman Learning Center in the Farmington R-7 School District has been arrested and charged with possession and promotion of child pornography.

The district said it was contacted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and cooperated fully with the investigation. The staff member, who has since been terminated, voluntarily accompanied authorities for questioning.

The district said it has no indication that the alleged incidents occurred on school grounds or involved any students. The investigation is ongoing.

The district urged anyone with questions or concerns to contact its central office at 573-701-1300.