Overview
- Michael J. Enriquez, a 53-year-old teacher at American Senior High School, was arrested by the Miami‑Dade Sheriff’s Office on Monday and remains jailed awaiting a bond hearing.
- Investigators say the alleged relationship began in May 2025 when the student was 17, paused over the summer, resumed with the new school year, and continued into May 2026 after the student turned 18.
- The arrest report alleges Enriquez touched the student inappropriately and engaged in sexual acts away from campus on at least three occasions.
- He faces multiple felony counts including unlawful sexual activity with a specified minor, lewd and lascivious touching, and offenses against students by authority figures under Florida law.
- Students and parents at the school expressed shock, and detectives have asked anyone with information to call the Special Victims Bureau or Miami‑Dade Crime Stoppers, with a possible reward of up to $5,000 for tips.