Chillicothe, OHIO

March 29, 2008 - Michael McCafferty, 38, an intervention specialist at Tiffin Elementary School, was arrested and charged with one count of possession of drug paraphernalia - syringes and a spoon with black residue used for heroin.

Officers from the U.S. 23 Major Crimes Task Force and Ross County deputies were working to serve a warrant on McCafferty, and pulled him over just inside the Pickaway County line. McCafferty allowed officers to search his vehicle and a black zippered bag was found behind the passenger seat. According to the report, syringes and a spoon with black residue was found inside.

Officers say McCafferty told them the items were used for heroin use.

Intervention specialists work with children who have mild or moderate to intensive disabilities. He also served as an assistant football coach and has been with the district for at least two years. McCafferty is now on paid leave.

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Detectives had received information that alleged McCafferty was selling heroin, which is why they had a warrant for his arrest. They were working on a community tip.