Coral Springs Teacher Arrested for Sexually Abusing Student

Teacher Arrested for Sexual Abuse

• 🍎 A 33-year-old American Sign Language teacher, Joseph Melendez, has been arrested on charges of sexual abuse.
• 🏫 The alleged abuse occurred at Coral Springs Charter School over approximately two years, starting during the 2017-2018 school year.
• 💔 The victim, who was a minor at the time, reported that the abuse involved hugging and touching, primarily in the classroom.
• 🚗 The report also states that Melendez drove the student to his home, located less than a mile from the school.

Investigation and Community Appeal

• 🚨 Coral Springs Police Department arrested Melendez on Thursday.
• ⚖️ Melendez is currently being held and is awaiting his first court appearance.
• 📞 Detectives are urging anyone with information about potential additional victims to contact the police department.