Florida Teacher Accused of Child Molestation

(Jacksonville, Florida) A 34-year-old teacher at the St. Marys Ombudsman School, Amy Lee Cassada, has been accused of molesting a 15-year-old student.

Cassada faces charges of child molestation and sending obscene materials to minors.

Detectives say they interviewed witnesses and seized several electronic devices as part of the investigation.

Police say they analyzed digital media evidence and found Cassada also sent sexual images through text messages.

Police say a second person is in police custody in connection with the case. Investigators say 19-year-old John Ezzard admitted to threatening the 15-year-old. Investigators say Ezzard, a former student of Cassada's, told police he received sexual images from her as well.

Details on booking are unavailable.