SEVERNA PARK, Md. — An elementary school teacher in Anne Arundel County, Maryland is facing charges for allegedly sexually abusing at least eight of his students. The Anne Arundel County Police Department believes there may be more victims who have not yet come forward.
Matthew Scott Banks Schlegel, 44, of Severna Park, was identified as the accused teacher by students and school administration. After being made aware of the allegations against him, the school system removed him from the school.
Child Protective Services interviewed several children during their investigation who claimed to be victims of Schlegel's abuse.
On Wednesday, Schlegel was charged with several criminal charges ranging from second-degree assault to sex abuse of a child.
He was found at his home on Thursday where he was taken into custody.
Although Schlegel has been arrested, detectives say there may be more victims out there and encourage anyone with more information or other potential victims to call the TipLine at 410-222-4733. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous is encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
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