HOUSTON – A former high school teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a student faced a judge Thursday morning.
Over Santiago Garcia Lopez, 25, is charged with at least two counts of sexual contact with a minor.
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According to court documents, Garcia Lopez was a teacher at a public secondary school.
Garcia Lopez allegedly “engaged in sexual intercourse” with the student, and their relationship had been going on since March of this year.
Documents outlining a motion for sufficient bail state the sexual acts, which occurred at the school and Garcia Lopez’s residence, were recorded.
Records show he was also a political consultant who worked with an unspecified congressional campaign.
A judge set bond at $100,000.
KPRC 2 has not officially confirmed the name of the school where Garcia Lopez worked. More updates will be provided when available.