Family alleges teacher abused high school student with disability; police investigating
- Christina Formella, a 30-year-old special education teacher, faces accusations of sexual assault against a 15-year-old boy.
- The boy's mother discovered text messages on his phone, which prompted her to report the alleged abuse.
- Downers Grove South High School is where the alleged incident occurred during a tutoring session before school in December 2023.
- DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin stated, "The allegations against Ms. Formella are extremely disturbing."
- Formella is on paid leave and faces two charges; she was released with a no-contact order for anyone under 18.
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