@propertypromotions: An Ocala elementary school teacher has been arrested following disturbing allegations involving a fifth-grade student, prompting concerns from investigators that there may be additional victims. The Ocala Police Department identified the suspect as Joel Gould, 34, a former fifth-grade teacher at Ocala Christian Academy. 🚔 WHAT HAPPENED? According to police, the alleged incident occurred during recess on Friday, October 23, 2026. A witness reported seeing Gould position his cellphone underneath a student's skirt while she was standing on a picnic table. The student later told investigators that she felt something touching her leg several times and noticed the teacher's phone pointed upward. The child's parents contacted law enforcement after learning about the allegations. ⚖️ TEACHER ARRESTED On October 27, detectives interviewed Gould, who, according to police, admitted taking photographs underneath the student's skirt. Gould was subsequently arrested and booked into the Marion County Jail on a charge of digital voyeurism. Authorities reported that the charge was elevated to a second-degree felony because of his position of authority over the student. 🏫 SCHOOL TERMINATES TEACHER'S EMPLOYMENT Ocala Christian Academy confirmed that Gould is no longer employed at the school. School officials stated that they terminated his employment after learning of the allegations and are cooperating with investigators. The school also announced that counseling and pastoral support are available to the student and her family. 🔎 POLICE CONCERNED THERE MAY BE MORE VICTIMS Ocala detectives are investigating whether additional students may have experienced inappropriate conduct involving Gould. No additional victims had been publicly confirmed in the reporting reviewed. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Ocala Police Department. 📞 Ocala Police Department: (352) 369-7000 📍 Location: Ocala Christian Academy, Ocala, Florida 📅 Alleged incident: October 23, 2026 📅 Arrest: October 27, 2026 📰 Sources: Ocala Police Department / WCJB TV20 / WFTV / WESH 2 News The allegations remain subject to the legal process, and Gould is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. 💬 What additional safety measures should schools implement to better protect students? 📲 Follow @PropertyPromotions for breaking news, public safety updates, and major developments throughout Central Florida. #OcalaNews #MarionCounty #OcalaFlorida #FloridaNews #SchoolSafety #BreakingNews #CentralFlorida #PropertyPromotions

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