Florida teacher accused of sexual relationship with student

RIVERVIEW, Fla. (CBS12) — A Riverview High School teacher is behind bars after an investigation allegedly revealed a sexual relationship with a student.

On Friday, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) launched an investigation after receiving information that 27-year-old teacher Brooke Anderson may be involved in an inappropriate relationship with a student.

The boy told deputies that the relationship began at the start of the school year, in September. It initially involved explicit messages but escalated to sexual activity in the weeks leading up to the arrest.

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According to deputies, there were multiple instances of sexual activity, with the most recent incident occurring the morning before her arrest.

The victim told deputies the recent incident occurred not only at the school, but in Anderson’s classroom before the start of the school day.

“This teacher betrayed the trust of a student, a school, and an entire community,” said HCSO Sheriff Chad Chronister. “What should have been a safe, supportive environment for learning was exploited for abuse. Her actions are criminal, calculated, and deeply disturbing.”

Anderson was booked on three counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor.

The investigation remains active and deputies urge anyone with information regarding the case to call HCSO at (813) 247-8200.

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