LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A South Oldham High School cafeteria employee was arrested and charged with attempting to sexually abuse a 17-year-old girl.
According to an arrest citation, 27-year-old Michael Couch was arrested Feb. 20 and charged with attempted sodomy and procurement and promoting the use of a minor by electronic means.
Court documents state Couch was aware of how old the victim was when he made plans over Snapchat to meet up with her.
The victim called a friend on the way to meet and shared she was meeting up with Couch, according to court documents.
The friend's father then showed up and found the victim in Couch's passengers seat, according to court documents.
In a letter sent home to parents, South Oldham principal Melissa Woosley said the victim didn't go to the school and no students in the area were involved.
Woosley said Couch worked in the back of the kitchen and did not have interactions with students.
"We understand news like this can be concerning, and we appreciate your trust in us to communicate openly with our school community," Woosley said in the letter. "In addition, this person will not be allowed on school property, pending the outcome of the investigation. The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority."
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