In Union City, Indiana, a 31-year-old school secretary named Alicia Hughes has been arrested following a series of events that began as a domestic disturbance call but quickly escalated into a criminal investigation involving minors. The incident occurred over a recent weekend and involved the Union City Police Department responding to an alleged battery incident.
When police arrived at the scene, they learned that the nature of the case was far more complex, involving Hughes and students from the Randolph Eastern School Corporation where she was employed. The situation unfolded when Hughes' husband reportedly discovered her with an 18-year-old student. This confrontation led to an altercation where Hughes was allegedly battered by her husband, which is now under a separate investigation by the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department.
As the inquiry progressed, evidence surfaced indicating that Hughes had been engaged in a sexual relationship with a different, 17-year-old student. Under Indiana law, this individual is considered a minor. The police statement, as reported by Fox News, detailed that Hughes and the minor had engaged in sexual intercourse on at least five occasions.
Charges were filed against Hughes, and she now faces five counts of child seduction related to her alleged relationship with the 17-year-old student. The status of any potential charges concerning her encounter with the 18-year-old student remains unclear. Additionally, the identity of Hughes' husband has not been made public, nor has any decision regarding charges against him for the alleged battery.
Following her arrest, Hughes was transported to the Randolph County Jail, where she is held on a $25,000 cash-only bond. Superintendent Neal Adams of the Randolph Eastern School Corporation promptly addressed the situation, stating Hughes has been removed from all duties with students pending the outcome of the legal process. Adams further emphasized the district's commitment to maintaining privacy and the integrity of the ongoing criminal investigation, refraining from commenting on specific details.
The Union City Police Department expressed gratitude to the Randolph Eastern School Corporation for its cooperation and dedication to student safety during the investigation. The department has also confirmed that the investigation into Hughes is active, and it encourages anyone with relevant information to come forward.
