Potomac Man Arrested for Sex Abuse of a Minor
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police Family Crimes Division – Child Exploitation Unit have arrested a Potomac man for the sexual abuse of a female student that occurred at Albert Einstein High School in Kensington.
On September 28, detectives received information that a female student at Albert Einstein had been receiving inappropriate emails from a teacher at the school. The teacher was later identified as Richard Brian Shemer, age 50, of the 13200 block of Maplecrest Drive in Potomac.
Further investigation revealed that the victim and Shemer had developed a close relationship during the 2012-2013 school year. During the current school year, the victim visited Shemer’s classroom where they had conversations about sex and sex acts. These verbal conversations continued outside of school via email. The victim’s parent discovered these emails and contacted police.
Based on the above, an arrest warrant was obtained, and yesterday afternoon (October 2), Shemer was arrested at his residence. He is charged with one count of sex abuse of minor. Shemer is currently being held on a $250,000 bond.
This case illustrates one of many reasons why parents should regularly monitor their children's email and other social media.
ReplyDeleteI know this man he is a fine teacher and he is innocent.
DeleteUnless you are the judge or the jury your statement is meaningless. This is in the court system now and the court will decide this matter.
DeleteIndeed, the police investigation revealed enough information to file charges in Court. The Court process will now allow all parties to present the different viewpoints to the Judge. I always wonder that after someone is arrested, friends and neighbors are interviewed and generally state, "He is a good person, neighbor, etc." Frequently, such portrayals reveal the complex duplicity of the alleged offenders.
DeletePeople who "knew" Daniel J. Picca thought he was a fine teacher and innocent, too. Some STILL believe it, despite all evidence to the contrary.
DeleteMy kId knows this guy and he was very creepy and toed the line of inappropriate behavior.
ReplyDeleteAgain, this issue is now before the District Court.
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