LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - An assistant band director at Oak Grove High School has been arrested for molestation, according to the Lamar County Sheriff’s Office.

Daniel Evan Johnson was arrested on December 4 after an investigation by LCSO. He was booked into the Lamar County Jail and charged with molestation - touching a child for lustful purposes. His bond was set at $50,000.

According to investigators, Johnson has already bonded out.

Lamar County Schools confirmed that Johnson is no longer employed with the district. He was terminated on November 12.

“Our priority is, and always will be, the safety and well-being of our students,” said superintendent Dr. Wesley Quick. “We work closely with our School Resource Officers, Lamar County Sheriff’s Office, district attorney, and other la

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