28-05-2025
Former school faculty member accused of felony misconduct with minor
PULASKI COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office is investigating allegations of felony misconduct with a minor by a former faculty member of a private school in Dublin.
According to the sheriff, 33-year-old Melissa Grae Minnick of Fairlawn has been arrested and charged with taking indecent liberties with a minor while in a supervisory role and two misdemeanor counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
'We understand the concern this may cause among students, parents, and the community,' said the sheriff's office. 'The safety of our students is our highest priority, and we are committed to maintaining a secure, respectful, and professional educational environment.'
Minnick is a former faculty member at Gateway Private School in Dublin and is accused of illicit sexual contact with a Pulaski County student, the sheriff said.
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Gateway Private School officials are working with the sheriff's office in the investigation and took immediate action to 'ensure the safety and well-being of all students' upon learning of the allegations.
'Pulaski County Sheriff's Office would like to thank Pulaski Police Department and the Pulaski County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office for their assistance in this matter. We also extend our thanks to Gateway Private School for their cooperation in the investigation and Pulaski County Public Schools for their assistance.'
The investigation is ongoing; however, due to the 'sensitive nature of the investigation, no further details will be released at this time.' If anyone has any information regarding the case, please contact the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office or the school administration directly.
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