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CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
1 man, 2 teens seriously injured in boat explosion in Oakland County
A 45-year-old man and two teens are in the hospital after a boat exploded in Waterford Township, Michigan, on Sunday afternoon, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. The man, his 16-year-old son and a friend, 16, were at the boat launch near Highland Road and Williams Lake Road, preparing to take a 17-foot Chris-Craft boat onto Pontiac Lake. The sheriff's office says the explosion happened when the ignition switch was turned on, and that all three were on board at that time. Law enforcement and rescue personnel were called to the scene around 1:20 p.m. One of the boys had burns on over 50% of his body when he was taken to the hospital, according to the sheriff's office. As of Sunday afternoon, he's in critical condition. The man and his son are in stable condition. The sheriff's office is investigating the cause of the explosion.
Fox News
01-07-2025
- Fox News
Michigan teacher, 26, facing charges after allegedly telling coworker she had sex with 16-year-old student
A former teacher at a Michigan charter school allegedly had a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student and told a colleague about it, according to authorities. Jocelyn Sanroman, 26, was charged with third-degree sexual conduct, FOX 2 reported. The alleged sexual relationship happened in 2023 when Sanroman was a teacher at Oakside Prep Academy, a charter school in Waterford Township, located about 30 miles from downtown Detroit. Sanroman had not been arraigned as of Monday morning, but her mugshot was posted by deputies in Oakland County. Sanroman told another teacher about her sexual relationship with the teenage boy, and that teacher reported her to police, prosecutors said, according to FOX 2. "This defendant is accused of using her position of authority to exploit a minor victim," Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald said. "These allegations represent the ultimate breach of trust placed in educators by parents and the community." "As a former teacher myself, I applaud the teacher who contacted police about this situation, protecting other students from further exploitation," she added. McDonald said a 16-year-old can consent, but that is not the same when the relationship is with a teacher. "It's because we need to make school the safest place it can be for kids, right? Safe from gun violence, safe from assault, safe from sexual assault," McDonald said. "School is supposed to be some place where your kids feel safe." If convicted, Sanroman could face up to 15 years in prison. School officials said the allegations were troubling and that they acted immediately after learning about the accusations. "We strive to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for the students entrusted to our care. Their safety and well-being remains our top priority," the school said in a statement to FOX 2. Oakside Prep Academy is part of the National Heritage Academies system, which boasts of its "Moral Focus" lessons that help students "discern and appreciate the difference between right and wrong," the school's website said. "Our K-12 curriculum incorporates a strong moral focus, including perseverance, respect, compassion, and courage, into daily activities," the website reads. "Each month, students focus on a different aspect of moral development, building their understanding from introduction to connection, reflection, and application. This method promotes self-awareness, empathy, and resilience, helping them thrive within a nurturing school community throughout their entire K-12 journey." Fox News Digital has reached out to National Heritage Academies for comment.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Yahoo
Former Oakland County teacher arraigned on sex crime charges after alleged relationship with student
The Brief Jocelynn Sanroman is accused of having sex with a student and telling another teacher at Oakside Prep Academy about it. That teacher reported the alleged crime and an investigation began. Sanroman is facing three counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct. WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (FOX 2) - A former teacher in Waterford Township who allegedly told another teacher that she had sex with a student was arraigned on sex crime charges Monday. Jocelynn Sanroman, 26, of Pontiac is charged with three counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct for the alleged crimes. The backstory While working at Oakside Prep Academy, Sanroman allegedly had sex with a 16-year-old boy in 2023. She then told another teacher about it, and that teacher reported the crime, launching an investigation. Last week, criminal sexual conduct charges were issued against Sanroman. What they're saying A school spokesperson responded to the allegations, calling them troubling. "These are troubling allegations that are unsettling to everyone in our school community. While privacy rights and the ongoing legal process limit the details I can share, what I can say is that school leadership acted immediately after learning about these allegations. "Standing firm in our core value to behave with care and do the right thing always, we strive to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for the students entrusted to our care. Their safety and well-being remains our top priority." The Source Previous FOX 2 reporting was used in this story.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Yahoo
Prep school teacher accused of having sex with teen - and confessing to a fellow educator about it
A prep school teacher in Michigan is facing a felony charge after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a teenage student and then confiding in a colleague about it, according to prosecutors. Jocelyn Sanroman, 26, who previously taught at Oakside Prep Academy in Waterford Township, is charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a 16-year-old boy. The alleged relationship occurred in 2023, while Sanroman was employed at the school. Prosecutors said the investigation began when Sanroman disclosed the relationship to another teacher, who then reported it to police. 'This defendant is accused of using her position of authority to exploit a minor victim,' said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. 'These allegations represent the ultimate breach of trust placed in educators by parents and the community.' McDonald, a former teacher herself, commended the colleague who came forward. 'I applaud the teacher who contacted police about this situation, protecting other students from further exploitation,' she said. If convicted, she could face up to 15 years in prison.
CBS News
17-06-2025
- CBS News
Michigan man charged with murder in stabbing death of fiancee
Suspected shooter captured in Minnesota; death investigation in Bedford Township; and more top stori Suspected shooter captured in Minnesota; death investigation in Bedford Township; and more top stori A Waterford Township, Michigan, man accused of stabbing his fiancée to death is facing charges, according to the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office. Seth Martin, 25, is charged with first-degree murder. Martin was arraigned on Monday and was denied bond. If convicted, he faces life in prison without parole. Prosecutors allege that on June 13, 2025, Martin stabbed Mallory Myers in a home. Police responded to the home after Martin called 911 and reported that he had stabbed his fiancée. When officers arrived, Martin directed them inside, where they found Myers dead on the floor in the bathroom. A preliminary investigation revealed that the woman was stabbed multiple times. Police recovered the suspected weapon in a sink. "Domestic violence is a leading cause of death for women ages 15-44," said Prosecutor Karen McDonald in a statement. "Mallory Myers wasn't a statistic. Her life had purpose, and she should be with us still. We intend to bring Mallory's killer to justice."
