BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — A Morgan County teacher has resigned his job after being arrested by Virginia authorities.
Sam Hopkins, a special education teacher at Paw Paw Schools, has been charged by sheriff’s deputies in Louisa County, Va.
The Morgan County School District posted a message on its social media page earlier this week:
“Morgan County Schools was recently alerted that a Paw Paw Schools teacher was arrested and charged with serious crimes in Louisa County, Virginia. Administration immediately contacted the school system’s legal counsel and the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE). On the same date, legal counsel and the WVDE contacted Louisa County’s prosecuting attorney’s office, to obtain information on the allegations and charges. The individual remains in jail as of today’s date and is no longer employed by the Morgan County Board of Education. While we recognize that those charged with crimes are innocent until proven guilty, the school system believes it is the best practice to be open, direct, and forthcoming with our community when criminal matters such as these arise. The school system has no reason to believe that any wrongdoing has occurred towards our students, but if you have any concerns, please contact local law enforcement. As always, the safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority.”
Hopkins is charged with solicitation of a minor, adultery and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
The Morgan Messenger reports the investigation into the case is ongoing by Virginia authorities.