LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- An employee at a Kentucky high school is facing charges after police say she was involved in an "inappropriate relationship" with a student at the school.
According to a news release from Kentucky State Police, 23-year-old Alexandra Lawhorn of Bedford, Kentucky, was an instructional assistant at Trimble County High School when the inappropriate relationship allegedly took place.
A spokesperson for the Kentucky State Police says Lawhorn turned herself in to police, accompanied by her attorney. She is charged with two counts of engaging in an unlawful transaction with a minor and two counts of tampering with physical evidence.
Trimble County Schools' Superintendent Jessica Wilcoxson said in a statement that Lawhorn had tendered her resignation to the district on Tuesday. Jan. 28.
"Our primary concern is always for the safety and well-being of our students and the members of our school community," Wilcoxon's statement continued. "The Trimble County School District maintains high standards for all our employees and these allegations stand in stark contrast to our expectations."
Police say Lawhorn paid her $500 cash bond and was released. She was never booked in jail, so no mugshot is available.Â
Wilcoxon's full statement can be found below:
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