CPS security guard at Little Village school charged with sexually assaulting student
The school is located on Christiana Avenue
CHICAGO (WLS) -- A security guard at Farragut Career Academy in Little Village has been accused of grooming and sexually assaulting a 15-year-old student, police said.
Romel Campoverde, 43, is charged with criminal sexual assault, according to police.
Campoverde worked as a security guard at Farragut Career Academy, where he met the girl, police said. He gave her alcohol and sexually assaulted her, according to a police report.
Farragut is located at 2345 S. Christiana Ave.
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A judge set Campoverde's bond at $100,000 Wednesday.
A prosecutor alleged the 43 year old befriended the sophomore, buying her shoes and giving her money for a haircut.
The prosecutor said on June 25, Campoverde had the teen drink six tequila cocktails, then drove her to his RV, where he assaulted her.
The girl was interviewed at the Child Advocacy Center after telling someone at school about the incident.
If Campoverde is able to post bail, he is ordered to stay away from minors.
His defense attorney and son said Campoverde is cooperating with the investigation.
He is due back in court Aug. 8.
Chicago Public Schools sent a letter to parents, saying:
"The safety of your children is always our top priority, which is why I must inform you of a situation that has recently come to light. There has been an allegation that one of our non-teaching staff members engaged inappropriately with a student. This employee has been removed from the school, and an investigation has been initiated by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
"Based on the information learned during the OIG's investigation, a final determination will be made regarding whether it is appropriate for this individual to return to Farragut.
"Please know that we are taking this situation seriously, and we remain committed to providing your children with a safe, positive learning environment where they can reach their full potential. While I am unable to discuss details regarding the investigation, I am always available to discuss steps the district takes to keep students safe and matters related to your child. I can be reached at thammaker@cps.edu or (773) 534-1300. If you have any concerns related to student protections, you can contact the Office of Student Protections and Title IX at (773) 535-4400."
Sun-Times Media contributed to this report.
