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Former San Luis High Teacher Charged With Felony Sex Crimes

Police investigating a reported March incident involving a 17-year-old have asked the public to come forward.

Overview

  • 27-year-old former San Luis High School digital photography teacher Genesis Alvarado was formally charged with three felonies in court Tuesday after his arrest last week.
  • Reported charges include luring a minor for sexual exploitation and sexual conduct with a minor, alleging misconduct that dates to March.
  • A judge reduced Alvarado’s bond to $100,000 and he remains held at the Yuma County Detention Center.
  • The Yuma Union High School District says it terminated Alvarado’s employment on August 7 and promptly reported the allegations to the San Luis Police Department.
  • San Luis police say the probe centers on a 17-year-old, believe there may be additional victims, and have scheduled a preliminary hearing for August 17 while urging anyone with information to contact investigators.