A Sanger ISD police officer has been suspended following what the district called a "serious allegation" of inappropriate conduct with a student.

Superintendent Tommy Hunter notified parents on Thursday that the district was investigating the matter. The Sanger Police Department later issued its own statement, saying the allegation is "of a criminal nature."

Parents express shock and concern

"Once we thought the worst thing that would happen is a school shooting — that's why we place police officers at the school," said parent Jake Williams. "Now we have to worry about this also? I think it's a disgrace."

Lack of details frustrates families

The district did not identify which school was involved, only saying the officer worked at one of its secondary campuses. That lack of detail has

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