A Madison High School teacher is in jail, following his arrest Wednesday for sexual battery. State officials are asking for the public’s help because they believe there may be more victims.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement Spokeswoman Gretl Plessinger says her agency began investigating Geoffrey Hill, the school’s band instructor, after receiving a complaint.
“We actually received a complaint from a person who told us that he was sexually abused by Hill,” said Plessinger.
The FDLE arrested Hill on one count of sexual battery by a person in custodial authority. If convicted, Hill could face a first degree felony charge. But, Plessinger says additional charges could be filed because there may be additional victims.
“Agents are still investigating this case, and believe there could be unidentified victims. So, anyone who has information about this case or Geoffrey Walter Hill is urged to contact FDLE’s Live Oak Field Office at 386-330-2840,” Plessinger added.
Upon his arrest, the Madison County School District Superintendent also suspended Hill. He’s at the Madison County Jail on $250,000 bond.
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