TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — A former teacher accused of illegal sexual contact with a student has been indicted.
The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal reports former Tupelo High School teacher Braden Bishop remains free on $100,000 bail pending a court appearance in March.
The 36-year-old Bishop was arrested last fall and charged with two counts of sexual battery and five counts of child molestation. Officials say he had a 10-month relationship with a Tupelo High student that began when she was 16.
Bishop's lawyer, Tony Farese, confirms the indictment but says he can't comment on specifics.
A 10-year-teacher, Bishop taught broadcast journalism and was sports information director.
A judge ruled earlier that there was probable cause to arrest Bishop, a step required before charges can be filed in Mississippi against some people, including teachers.
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Information from: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal, http://djournal.com
