Teacher and football coach at Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, was arrested on federal child pornography charges

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A teacher and football coach at Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton was arrested on federal child pornography charges and has been fired, according to school officials.

Saint Andrew’s notified families Thursday that Upper School teacher Patrick Russell was arrested at his home following an FBI investigation and was immediately terminated.

Federal investigators said the case originated in Ohio during an unrelated FBI investigation. Authorities allege Russell used an encrypted messaging app called Zangi under the username “Jack C” to communicate with others and receive child sexual abuse material.

According to a federal criminal complaint, investigators said the user identified himself as a teacher and coach and made sexual comments about students at his school.

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Authorities also allege Russell discussed finding someone who could “bait” students to send nude photographs.

“We have terminated Mr. Russell’s employment, and he is not permitted to return to campus, access any school equipment or property, attend any school events, or interact with any students or employees,” the school said in a statement.

Federal prosecutors are expected to present the case to a grand jury, which could occur as soon as next week.



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