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Former Crowley County School District employee arrested for alleged sexual assault

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CROWLEY COUNTY, Colo. — A former Crowley County School District employee was arrested for an alleged sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust.

The Superintendent confirmed that Shelby Clarke of La Junta is no longer employed by the district.

Clarke was arrested on May 9, according to the Crowley County Sheriff's Office. According to court documents, Clarke posted bond on May 10.

Details about the case are extremely limited at this time. Since the assault involves a minor, under Colorado law, the identity of that individual will not be released to protect them.

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News5 has reached out to the Crowley County Sheriff's Office for more information regarding Clarke's arrest. This web story will be updated as we learn more.
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