Methodist Ladies' College teacher charged with sexual assault
Kam Kenny-Jones, a Methodist Ladies' College teacher, has been charged with three counts of sexual assault of a child under 17.
A 32-year-old teacher at the elite Kew school has been charged with three counts of sexual assault of a child under 17. Kam Kenny-Jones taught years 7 to 12 students and was arrested on Friday following a search of his Thornbury home.
The alleged assault occurred in July at Mont Albert. The school stood him down in September when concerns emerged and terminated his employment before police charged him.
He was granted bail and will appear at Ringwood Magistrates Court in December. The principal said the school is offering support to students and staff.
- 32 years old
- Teacher age
- July at Mont Albert
- Alleged assault date and place
- December at Ringwood Magistrates Court
- Court date
Why it mattersParents of students at the prestigious school need to know about the charges and the support available if their children were affected.
AustraliaVictorian parents of Methodist Ladies' College students have been notified about the charges and are being offered support through the school's child protection officer.
Corroborated bytheage.com.au·watoday.com.au
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