Austin first grader arrested and charged with unlawful restraint

AUSTIN, Texas – A first-grader at an Austin elementary school was arrested for unlawful restraint, prompting the school district to begin termination proceedings.

Austin Independent School District officials say Luis Erasmo Resendiz Alvarado, who taught at Reilly Elementary School, faces a felony charge in state prison.

The allegation was first reported on September 11, when Alvarado was immediately placed on administrative leave. The Austin ISD Police Department conducted an investigation that led to Alvarado's arrest.

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“The safety and well-being of your children is our top priority and we acted quickly to resolve this incident,” said Paty Rodriguez, assistant superintendent, and Brandi Hosack, chief human capital officer, in a joint statement to parents .

Please note that this type of behavior is completely unacceptable and in no way reflects our district's values ​​or expectations of professional and compassionate teaching. We will continue to provide the highest standard of care and supervision to ensure our students are respected and nurtured by every member of our Austin ISD team.

The school offers counseling services for students who may need additional support. Parents with information relevant to the case are asked to contact the Austin ISD Police Department at 512-414-1703.

Because the investigation is ongoing, county officials said they could only provide limited information about the specific allegations and the arrest.