Wamego Middle School teacher arrested for child sex crimes

WABAUNSEE CO., Kan. (WIBW) - A Wamego Middle School teacher is facing multiple child sex crime related charges following his arrest in Wabaunsee Co.

Allen Dale Sylvester was booked into the Wabaunsee Co. Jail around 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 29, 2022.

Sylvester faces three charges: Unlawful sexual relations, sexual exploitation of a child, and electronic solicitation. The booking report states that the offender (Sylvester) believes the child is between 14 and 16 years of age.

Sylvester is listed as a 51-year-old white male. Bond was set at $100,000.

According to the Wamego Public Schools website, Sylvester is listed as a Science Teacher for Wamego Middle School.

Superintendent Greg Mann Tuesday confirmed to 13 NEWS that Sylvester has been an employed by USD 320 since 2011.

“As this is a personnel matter, we are not at liberty to comment with any specificity,” Mann said in an email to 13 NEWS.  “When the district became aware of present allegations concerning Mr. Sylvester, he was placed on administrative leave while the district conducted its investigation.  We have cooperated with law enforcement as appropriate throughout this process...” said Mann.

Wabaunsee Co. Attorney Timothy Liesmann said his office will be reviewing the case for charges.

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