Fairfax County school employee allegedly exposed himself to Cracker Barrel worker bringing out his food
Band instructor at Thomas Jefferson High School accused of indecent exposure
A Dumfries man, who was a staff member at a Fairfax County high school, has turned himself in to police for allegedly exposing himself to an employee at a Cracker Barrel restaurant. FOX 5's Nana-Sentuo Bonsu reports from Alexandria.
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, - A Dumfries man, who was a staff member at a Fairfax County high school, has turned himself in to police for allegedly exposing himself to an employee at a Cracker Barrel restaurant.
Prince William County police said the incident occurred on Friday, April 7 around 10:30 a.m. at the Cracker Barrel located at 17115 Dumfries Road.
After investigating the matter, police said the accused, Brandon Michael Jones, was sitting in his car in the restaurant's parking lot when an employee came out to deliver his order. That's when police say Jones, 41, exposed himself to the employee.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store and Restaurant entrance sign, near Boise Idaho. (Photo by: Don & Melinda Crawford/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
The two did not make any physical contact during the encounter.
The investigation also revealed that a similar incident, involving another employee delivering food to Jones, happened last month. Following the investigation, officers obtained arrest warrants for Jones. He's now facing two counts of indecent exposure.
In a letter to families, the principal of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology located in Alexandria, released a statement saying that Jones "was a temporary hourly staff member" at the school. The statement adds that the Fairfax County school system has taken action to make sure Jones no longer has access to the school.
Brandon Michael Jones, 41, of Dumfries
Read the full statement from principal Dr. Ann N. Bonitatibus below:
Dear TJHSST Families,
We have been made aware of a temporary hourly staff member who was arrested on April 10 and charged with two counts of indecent exposure while off of school property. The staff member has turned himself in to the Prince William County Police Department. FCPS has taken action to ensure that employee no longer has access to our school.
The primary responsibility of anyone who works in education is the safety and well-being of children. We promise you that we will continue to be diligent in our efforts to provide a safe learning environment. Please reinforce that message with your child, as well. When engaging in conversations with your child, remember to listen calmly and reassuringly, and share a message that you are someone your child can talk to, even in challenging situations.
Our counselors and social work staff are available to speak to you, or your child, should you need additional support.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ann N. Bonitatibus
TJHSST Principal