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Jacob Sumpter, Arkansas City High School Agriculture Education Teacher charged with sexual battery
After a student accused a teacher at Arkansas City High School of inappropriate behavior, the teacher was charged with sexual battery.
According to Ark City police, a student, age 18, claimed to the administration on December 15 that a teacher had touched her improperly and without her consent. The Cowley County District Attorney’s office charged 38-year-old Jacob Sumpter with one count of sexual battery following a police investigation and interview process.
The agriculture education teacher is still on paid administrative leave, according to a release from USD 470, and a long-term substitute teacher has been assigned to take his place. Classes will proceed as scheduled for the students.
On January 30, Sumpter is expected to appear in court.
Last known contact information
Address: 14 Crestwood Dr Arkansas City, KS 67005
Phone: (620) 660-2491
Email: stump_40@hotmail.com