CLAYTON — A local bus driver is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with students.
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News Center 7 previously reported that Matthew Hunt was arrested at Northmont High School around 12:30 p.m. on a preliminary charge of sexual battery, according to Montgomery County Jail records.
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As reported on News Center 7 at 5, the district confirmed that Hunt was placed on paid leave for an investigation.
Hunt “may have engaged in inappropriate and unlawful relationships with both current and former students,” according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
One parent, who asked to remain anonymous, said they weren’t surprised to hear this news.
“It is disgusting to think that these types of people are tasked with taking care of our children,” they said.
The parent has a current and former student and said the school has changed, not for the better.
“It seems the school district does what they can to sweep things under the rug,” they said.
Investigators are “deeply concerned” that there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. Josh Walters at WaltersJ@mcohiosheriff.org.
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