Florida School Security Specialist Accused of Having Sexual Relationship with Student

A Sheeler High School security specialist was arrested amid allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a girl at the school.

A Florida high school security specialist is being accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old student at the school he worked at.

Marco Nelson, 32, was an employee at Sheeler High School in Central Florida when he was arrested on March 22, according to clickorlando.com. Police say Nelson bought the teen a cell phone and alcohol before paying her for sexual favors.

Nelson has been suspended since his arrest and school officials say he will be fired. Police say he will be charged with sexual battery and unlawful sexual activity with a minor, among other things. He is not allowed on the campus of Sheeler High, which specializes in helping at-risk students.

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