EDEN, N.C. (rbs news now) — A Morehead High School teacher has been charged with two felonies related to misconduct involving at least one student.

The charges follow a report received on August 21 alleging inappropriate behavior by the school’s theatre teacher, 24-year-old Jesse Michael Morris.

After an investigation, Eden Police obtained warrants for Morris for one felony count of indecent liberties with a child and one felony count of taking indecent liberties with a student by a teacher.

He was taken into custody and transported to the Rockingham County magistrate’s office, where he was issued a $75,000 secured bond.

The investigation is ongoing, and police said no further details are being released due to the age of the victim.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Aubrie Stoneman or Lieutenant David Stepps at 336-623-9755 (24 hours) or 336-623-9240 ext. 3255 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

Individuals wishing to remain anonymous can provide information through Rockingham County Crimestoppers at 336-349-9683.

Copyright 2024 by Romero Broadcasting System. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced, rewritten, or redistributed.