Florida Teacher Arrested for Naked Possession of Marijuana at Port St. Lucie Elementary School
In a shocking turn of events, 34-year-old Joe Urias, a teacher at Somerset College Preparatory Academy in Port St. Lucie, Florida, was arrested after being found naked inside the elementary school during Thanksgiving break. The incident unfolded when an alarm signaling a possible break-in was triggered, leading the police to investigate the school premises.
Discovery of a Disturbing Scene
Upon arrival, law enforcement officers were taken aback to discover Urias in a classroom, unclothed and in possession of various items, including a blow-up mattress, food, a laptop, sex toys, and marijuana. Chief Leo Niemczyk of the Port St. Lucie Police expressed his dismay, stating, “You know, as to the vulgarity, I think I just don’t even want to get into his mind and think about what he was thinking.”
Confrontation with Law Enforcement
As officers approached Urias, he hastily dressed himself and attempted to flee the scene. In the ensuing chaos, Urias resorted to violence by assaulting a deputy who confronted him. The situation quickly escalated, leading to charges of lewd behavior, burglary, possession of marijuana, and battery of a law enforcement officer being filed against the disgraced teacher.
Repercussions and School Response
Following the incident, Somerset College Preparatory Academy released a statement on Facebook, addressing the matter and emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a safe environment for students. The school district also announced changes to their background check process to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
This shocking event has raised concerns about school security and the screening processes in place for hiring staff. The community remains on edge as they grapple with the unsettling details of this bizarre incident. As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to emerge, shedding light on the motivations behind Urias’ alarming actions.