Police Report | January 11, 2023

Arizona DPS arrests FUSD employee on allegations of luring a minor for sexual exploitation

FLAGSTAFF – The Flagstaff Unified School District on Jan. 5 was informed the Arizona Department of Public Safety was investigating a Flagstaff Unified School District employee on allegations of luring a minor for sexual exploitation, which occurred via social media.

Detectives with AZDPS arrested Jason Curley for the above-listed charges and booked him into the Coconino County Jail today. Curley is a bus driver for FUSD for the 810 route to/from Leupp, serving Summit High School, Flagstaff High School, Sinagua Middle School, Coconino High School, and Mount Elden Middle School.

The investigation into these allegations is still active. For questions or additional information regarding this investigation, contact the Flagstaff Unified School District at (928) 527-6140.

Superintendent Michael Penca explained that a commitment to students’ safety and keeping their families informed is the priority of FUSD.

“FUSD values the trust families place in our staff daily when sending students to school, and I understand this matter may have impacted that trust,” Penca said. “Having open and honest conversations with your children at home about their well-being in school and surroundings is important. It is essential to empower your children to communicate their feelings, concerns, and questions.”

For information about how to talk to your child, visit the RAINN organization (https://www.rainn.org/articles/talking-your-kids-about-sexual-assault). For anyone seeking emotional support, please get in touch with a school counselor to request district resources.