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Splendora High School Teacher Accused of Hoax Gets $20,000 Bond

The state opened an educator misconduct review that could sideline her during the case.

Overview

  • Nicole Truelove appeared before a magistrate Friday on charges of filing a false report and tampering with evidence, and a judge set bond at $20,000 with GPS monitoring and a stay-away order.
  • The teacher activated a wearable panic alarm Thursday around 8:45 a.m., which triggered a lockdown and drew roughly 80 to 100 officers from several agencies.
  • Investigators said surveillance and interviews showed her wounds were self-inflicted, a blade was found in her possession, and no student was involved.
  • The Texas Education Agency opened an investigation, placing flags on her certification and the Do Not Hire Registry that can block school employment during the review.
  • District leaders said safety protocols worked, with a later secure hold that kept students in classrooms while movement on campus was restricted.