Salamanca, NEW YORK

October 20, 2008 - Police arrested 7th grade science teacher Michael J. DuPont, 42, on three counts of sodomy in the second degree. The charges stem from acts of sodomy committed with a student in April and May of 2002.

Investigators say there they believe there are several victims that have not come forward. DuPont’s case has been turned over to district attorney Ed Sharkey for action with a grand jury.

DuPont teaches at Salamanca Middle School. Doug Hay, SCS district superintendent said as of Sunday evening, he suspended DuPont until the charges have been resolved.“Under New York State education law, when a teacher has charges like these, the individual is suspended,” Hay said. “Last evening (Sunday), I delivered his letter of suspension personally to his house.”

Oct. 21 - School district helped conduct DuPont investigation
In the school district’s effort to ensure the safety of DuPont’s students, Doug Hay, district superintendent, said school employees paid frequent visits to his classroom throughout the week.
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