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Employee at Kan. youth facility accused of sex crime

SEDGWICK COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on sex charges.

McCool -photo Sedgwick County

Following an investigating at Lakeside Academy Juvenile Facility, deputies arrested 38-year-old Amanda McCool, according to Lt. Tim Myers with the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Department.

McCool, was booked Tuesday on requested charges of unlawful sexual relations involving a juvenile, according to Myers. She posted bond and is no longer in custody.

Lakeside Academy is not affiliated with law enforcement, according to Myers.

McCool was employed by Sequel Youth Services, according to Lakeside Academy officials. They are contracted with the Kansas Department of Children and Families to provide services at the facility.

USD 265 Goddard is responsible for academic programs for students who live at the facility.  McCool was not a school district employee.

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