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Written by: A. Smith
Published February 20, 2026 @ 10:10 AM ET
LEE COUNTY, Ga. – A former Lee County teacher turned herself in to authorities Wednesday on charges of child molestation and sexual assault by a teacher, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Danielle Weaver, 29, was arrested Wednesday morning and released on bond later that day, officials confirmed.
The case began when the Leesburg Police Department was made aware of allegations of inappropriate contact between a teacher and a student. Police called the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to assist with the investigation.
The GBI obtained warrants for Weaver’s arrest. She turned herself in Wednesday morning, officials said.
Weaver is charged with child molestation and sexual assault by a teacher, principal, assistant principal, or other administrator engaged in sexual contact. Her bond was set at $50,000, with each charge carrying a $25,000 fine, according to the sheriff’s office.
On Feb. 5, the Lee County School System sent a statement to parents confirming an ongoing legal investigation involving a former staff member who is no longer working for the district.
“Reports and rumors are circulating concerning alleged inappropriate contact between a teacher and student in a Lee County School System school. We, at the 9th grade campus, can confirm that there is an ongoing legal investigation involving law enforcement concerning the alleged conduct of a former staff member who is no longer working for the district. Upon discovering the allegations, school and district leadership acted immediately to ensure the safety and well-being of students, as well as to conduct a thorough investigation.
The individuals who have been directly affected have been contacted. The district will continue to cooperate with law enforcement, as well as with those affected, to ensure that no obstacles to resolving the investigation exist.
The safety and well-being of our students remains our highest priority. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.”
The GBI has not provided an update in the case.
The investigation remains ongoing.