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Written by: E. George
Published December 5, 2024 @ 11:55 AM ET
Warning: The following story contains information regarding alleged sexual violence against children.
JOHNSON COUNTY, Ga. – Authorities arrested a man in Laurens County on Saturday, November 16, 2024, after allegations surfaced about him engaging in a sexual relationship with a student while employed as a middle and high school coach and teacher. Charles Beale, a former Johnson County educator, faces 20 counts of improper sexual conduct with a student.
A Johnson County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson revealed that an investigation began on Friday, the day before Beale’s arrest. Reports reflected accusations from August to November.
Law enforcement transported Beale to the Johnson County Jail. The sheriff’s office disclosed that the suspect was granted a $25,000 bond and banned from stepping foot on school premises.
The school district shared a statement saying, “Johnson County Schools officials were notified by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office about the arrest of a teacher at Johnson County Schools, regarding allegations of improper sexual conduct with a student.
Johnson County Schools is cooperating with the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office regarding these allegations and their ongoing investigation. The teacher is not at school, and the district will take all necessary precautions to ensure that our students are safe.”
The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office stated, “We do not take any allegations of this nature lightly, nor will we fail to address or treat any issues with the utmost importance.”
This investigation remains active and ongoing; if you have any information pertaining to this case, you are encouraged to contact Captain Angie Coleman at 478-864-4006.