Paetow High School football coach Lonnie Teagle is resigning amid police investigation, says Katy ISD

KATY, Texas (KTRK)– Paetow High School head football coach Lonnie Teagle is resigning amid a police investigation, Katy ISD said in a statement.

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On Tuesday, the school district said Katy ISD police were investigating an allegation against Teagle.

Details of the investigation into Teagle, who was in the middle of his debut season with the team, were not immediately known. The school district said the case has been referred to the Harris County Attorney’s Office.

“The safety of Katy ISD students and staff is a top priority for the District. Whenever the district becomes aware of an allegation, the accused is immediately removed from their district assignment while district staff quickly work with law enforcement and other agencies to conduct a thorough investigation to ensure the safety and welfare of all students,” the district said .

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