Former Columbus North Teacher Arrested For Child Solicitation

Attempted to meet a 14yo girl

A former Columbus North High School teacher is behind bars in Jennings County for reportedly trying to solicit a minor for sex.

According to the Jennings County Sheriff's Office, John Johnson 52, of Columbus is accused of attempting to meet with a 14 year old in order to have a sexual relationship.

He arrived at the predetermined location where he was confronted by police and taken into custody by law enforcement he was taken into custody without incident. 

Johnson was a teacher at Columbus North High School where he also served as auditorium and drama club coach, he was immediately terminated once the corporation learned of his allegations 

A statement from the school corporation " The event form which these charges stem did not involve any students at BCSC, and at this time, administrators have not received any report of misconduct involving our students. We will continue to investigate and fully cooperate with law enforcement, the safety of students is our priority and policies concerning employee conduct are strictly enforced, Support will be made available for students and staff impacted by this news through our school counselors and mental health partners.

Johnson is facing preliminary charges of Child Solicitation level 4 felony, and disseminating harmful material to a minor level 6 felony