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A former Marshalltown school worker was found dead in his Ames apartment while police served a warrant on Thursday.

The Marshalltown Police Department said it received allegations of potential sexual exploitation and inappropriate sexual touching between a former school employee and a former student on July 6.

The school employee, who was not named in a press release, was working in the Marshalltown Community School District at the time the misconduct allegations occurred. The man’s name is withheld at this time pending notifications from the family.

The MPD attempted to serve a search warrant and arrest warrants in the 3700 block of Columbine Circle in Ames. These warrants were served in connection with this investigation. Officers found a deceased man in the basement of the residence.

The Marshalltown Police Department continues to investigate the original allegation of sexual exploitation which involved inappropriate communication and sexual touching between a former Marshalltown school employee and a former student.

The Marshalltown Community School District released a statement.

“The Marshalltown Community School District is aware of the death of a former staff member announced today by the Marshalltown Police Department. The former staff member was under investigation by police over allegations involving a former student.

Student safety is the number one priority for the Marshalltown CSD, and any accusation of a crime that may impact student safety is taken very seriously. This is an active investigation and any questions should be directed to the MPD. Advisory services will be available for students and staff Monday through Thursday next week.

More details will be sent to families and staff regarding counseling services.

The Marshalltown CSD has taken swift action to respond to recent allegations of misconduct against former employees and will continue to cooperate fully with the MPD. As a result of these allegations, the district is reviewing all existing selection and hiring processes. The district will also provide additional training on ethics and staff responsibilities, and review the program to ensure that all students are instructed on how to report – and empowered to seek help – if a situation of concern. introduces himself.

Additionally, the Marshalltown CSD is partnering with community partners to continue to strengthen our existing policies, practices and procedures to ensure the highest level of protection for students. These and all additional steps are essential in providing a safe and rewarding learning environment for Bobcat students. “

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