Jamestown (trfnews.i234.me) — A Jamestown teacher and volunteer firefighter has been arrested following allegations of a sexual relationship with a student.
Michael P. Romans, 45, of Jamestown, was arrested on December 29 on a charge of corruption of a minor, according to Jamestown Police.
Allegations Involving Student
Jamestown Police Chief Scott Edinger confirmed the arrest.
Police allege Romans had a sexual relationship with a student in the Jamestown Public Schools system.
Court information indicates the alleged relationship occurred over a period of one to two years.
The investigation remains active, and additional details have not yet been released.
Employment Roles
Romans is a teacher at Gusner Elementary School.
He also serves as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Jamestown.
Following the arrest, Romans was placed on administrative leave from both positions.
Booked into Jail
Romans was booked into the Stutsman County Correctional Center.
Authorities say he is being held while formal charges are prepared.
Police say the case remains under investigation.
Ongoing Investigation
Jamestown Public Schools and city officials have not released additional statements.
Police have not indicated whether more charges may be filed.
North Dakota law regarding corruption of a minor can be found here: N.D.C.C. § 12.1-06.1.
As with all criminal cases, the charge is an allegation.
The defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for
TRF News.