Article Image and Credit(s): Melissa Curtis was arrested for alleged sexual abuse of a minor and multiple counts of third- and fourth-degree sexual offenses in Montgomery County, Maryland, on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. (Montgomery County Department of Police)
Melissa Marie Curtis, who’s now 31, was a teacher in Montgomery Village Middle School in Montgomery County, Maryland, when the alleged abuse happened in 2015, according to police.
It allegedly continued for “several months” when Curtis was 22, police said.
The victim, who’s now an adult, came forward in early October, which sparked an investigation into the former teacher.
Police didn’t release details of the alleged sexual abuse, but detectives believe there may be additional victims.
Curtis was employed by the Montgomery School District for two years, according to police. She also taught at Lakelands Park Middle School.
All the incidents took place within Montgomery County, according to law enforcement.
The district didn’t immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
A warrant for Curtis’ arrest was issued on Oct. 31 on charges of sexual abuse of a minor and multiple counts of third- and fourth-degree sexual offenses.
She turned herself in on Tuesday morning.
Detectives encourage potential victims to call 240-773-5400.