KELLER, Texas — A Southlake teacher was arrested Monday on complaints of sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between an educator and a student, according to Keller Public Safety.
Keller police said they were told in late September that Angela Barnes, 45, a teacher at Carroll Middle School, was having an “inappropriate relationship with an underage boy who was a former student.”
Detectives found Barnes was engaged in a sexual relationship with the underage boy in June and July 2024 and the relationship had since ended, according to Keller police.
Carroll ISD said Barnes was placed on administrative leave after they were notified about the allegations by police, and they said they're cooperating with Keller police and Child Protective Services on the investigation.
"Carroll ISD immediately placed this staff member on administrative leave and reported to the proper authorities. The District was made aware the alleged offense took place off-campus over the summer within the jurisdiction of the Keller Police Department," Carroll ISD said. "Based on the information we have received, no incidents occurred on CISD campuses. CISD is working in collaboration with Keller Police and Child Protective Services as they investigate the allegations."
"The safety and security of all students is always our top priority and any allegations of adult misconduct are addressed promptly and reported immediately to the proper authorities," the district's statement continued.
The district declined to comment further, citing the investigation.
Police say Barnes was booked into the Keller Regional Jail on complaints of sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between an educator and a student.
The department said they don’t have reason to believe others are involved, but anyone with information in the case is asked to contact police at wbrockmoller@cityofkeller.com.
No other details were immediately available.