Californian teacher allegedly fathered child with underage student

(KTLA) – A Southern California teacher is under investigation for allegedly fathering a child with one of his students.

The suspect was identified by Anaheim Police as Steve Graves, 61. Graves is currently employed by the Anaheim Union High School District.

On August 26, 2024, a woman reported to police that she had a sexual relationship with one of her teachers in the late 1980s while she was a student at Loara High School in Anaheim.

Investigators investigated and discovered a second woman who allegedly had a sexual relationship with the same teacher, Graves. She also told police that she had a child with him.

Both victims were minors at the time of the incidents.

On August 29, Graves was placed on leave from the school district. Anaheim police said they were in contact with him.

“Anaheim Police Detectives are working with the Orange County District Attorney's Office to determine what charges, if any, may be filed under the statute of limitations,” officials said.

Graves has worked as a teacher at Loara High School in Anaheim, Ball Junior High School in Anaheim and Lexington Junior High School in Cypress.

No further details were released as the case remains under investigation.

Anyone who may have been a victim of the suspect or has information about the case is asked to call Detective Evenson at (714) 765-1623.

Anonymous tips can be given to OC Crime Stoppers at 1-855-847-6227 or online at occrimestoppers.org.

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