Frank Omar Fuentes, Mercedes High School Teacher Arrested for having an inappropriate relationship with a student

A Mercedes ISD teacher was arrested for having an inappropriate relationship with a student.

Frank Omar Fuentes, 53, was detained by the Mercedes Police Department on May 9 on accusations of improper contact between educator and pupil, according to Hidalgo County Records.
Fuentes is from Mission, according to Mercedes police.

“The safety and security of Mercedes ISD students and staff is the District’s top priority. All matters dealing with students and personnel at Mercedes ISD are taken seriously, with respect to privacy, and addressed in accordance with law and policies. Upon notice of employee misconduct, administration immediately works with law enforcement and other appropriate agencies to ensure a thorough investigation is conducted. Due to the sensitivity of this investigation, the district cannot comment on the current allegations against a school employee.”

MERCEDES ISD SUPERINTENDENT CAROLYN A. MENDIOLA

According to a press release, he was given a bail of $40,000.

This case is still being investigated.

Media Release by Mercedes Police Department

Jail Records
Booking #: E-556-22

Last known contact information:
Address: 3605 Oriole Dr # G Mission, TX 78572
Phone: (956) 451-3526
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