Substitute teacher arrested for grooming in Christian County

TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WAND) — A substitute teacher has been arrested for providing cellular devices to minor students without their parents' permission, according to the Christian County Sheriff's Office.

Edward P. Misiorek, 62, was arrested on Feb. 13 and charged with grooming. The sheriff's office said they first become aware of the allegations on Feb. 10. Misiorek was arrested following an investigation by the department.

A Facebook post from the sheriff's office said, "The safety and security of the students in Christian County is extremely important to our office and we, along with all of our school districts, strive to protect their well-being at all times."

Misiorek is still in custody at the Christian County Jail.

All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.