Crime

Deputies say this music teacher sexually abused a student

An Ione music teacher allegedly sexually abused a student, authorities said Wednesday.

Bryan Bates, 24, of Ione, was arrested Wednesday by Morrow County Sheriff’s Office and booked on suspicion of third-degree sexual abuse, harassment and official misconduct. His bail is set at $25,000.

Bates works as a music teacher for the Ione Community Charter School, which serves about 210 students.

Bryan Bates
Bryan Bates

The victim is a 16-year-old girl who was abused on school grounds, the sheriff’s office said.

School officials were not available to comment.

This story was originally published January 24, 2018 at 3:35 PM with the headline "Deputies say this music teacher sexually abused a student."

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