JSO civilian employee arrested on child abuse charges

JACKSONVILLE, Fla — On Friday, February 16, 2024, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was made aware of an incident involving a School Crossing Guard, Theresa L. Mitchell.

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Throughout the investigation, which was initiated by the Department of Children and Families, Mitchell was subsequently arrested for ‘Child Abuse Without Great Bodily Harm.’

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Mitchell was employed with the Jacksonville Sheriff Office for three years (August/2020).

As a result of the arrest, Mitchell has been terminated and no longer employed with the agency.

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