Bedford teacher charged with felony criminal sexual conduct involving student
MONROE, Mich. (FOX 2) - A 38-year-old teacher at Bedford High School appeared in court on felony charges after he allegedly had an inappropriate relationship with a student in 2022.
Christopher Wilhem, of Toledo, was arraigned before a judge in Monroe District Court on Friday on seven counts, including six for criminal sexual conduct and one count of using a computer to commit a crime.
According to Michigan State Police, the student whom Wilhelm had a relationship with told authorities the two had sexual contact multiple times, including on a school property, a local park, at the defendant's home, and at a hotel in Toledo.
Wilhelm worked as a former teacher and football coach at Bedford High School when the acts took place.
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Toledo police are also investigating the crimes, including if there were additional victims.
If anyone has any information, they're asked to contact Sgt. Michael Peterson at MSP.
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