Thomas Blevins

CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. - Lakeview Middle School band teacher, Thomas Blevins, who was suspended due to allegations of inappropriate communication with a student, has been terminated by the school system.

Spokeswoman Marissa Brower said the school system had set a date for a termination hearing to determine his employment and that effective December 4, Blevins was no longer an employee.

"On December 12, the school system was informed that charges have been filed against Mr. Blevins and that he is in custody." Brower said in a statement. "We are waiting for more information from the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office."

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