Allen Teacher Austin White Indicted on Four Counts of Indecency with a Child Involving Sexual Contact
ALLEN, TX — A troubling case has rocked the Allen Independent School District after a local elementary school teacher was indicted on four felony charges of indecency with a child involving sexual contact. The teacher, Austin White, age 29, who was most recently employed at Preston Elementary School, is now at the center of an ongoing criminal investigation involving multiple student allegations.
The charges stem from an initial report filed earlier this year involving inappropriate communication and conduct between White and a student who attended Curtis Middle School. Once Allen ISD officials were made aware of the complaint, White was immediately removed from the classroom and placed on indefinite administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. The school district also contacted law enforcement and Child Protective Services, in line with required reporting protocols.
Following the first report, additional students came forward with similar allegations, prompting a wider investigation by the Allen Police Department in collaboration with the Collin County District Attorney’s Office. These disclosures led to the indictment of White on four counts of indecency with a child — all of which involve allegations of sexual contact.
White voluntarily surrendered himself to the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, where he was processed and later released on bond. Prosecutors have not yet disclosed details of the specific incidents tied to each charge, citing the sensitive nature of the victims’ identities and ages, but have confirmed that the charges span multiple incidents and involve multiple minors.
Allen ISD released a statement expressing deep concern over the allegations and reaffirming its commitment to student safety:
“Our top priority is always the well-being of our students. As soon as we became aware of these allegations, we took immediate action in coordination with law enforcement. We continue to cooperate fully with authorities and will offer support and counseling services to any affected students and families.”
The case is currently pending trial, and investigators continue to gather evidence and speak with potential witnesses. Authorities have urged anyone with additional information about Austin White or similar misconduct to come forward and contact the Allen Police Department.
Community reaction has been swift and emotional, with many parents expressing anger, fear, and concern over how someone in a trusted position could allegedly exploit their role. Several local parent groups have called for more stringent background checks, training, and reporting mechanisms to ensure student safety across the district.
White, who had been teaching in Allen ISD for several years, now faces the possibility of significant prison time if convicted. Under Texas law, indecency with a child involving sexual contact is a second-degree felony, each count carrying a potential penalty of 2 to 20 years in prison and mandatory sex offender registration.
As the community awaits the outcome of the legal proceedings, the case stands as a stark reminder of the vital importance of vigilance, open communication, and swift action in protecting the most vulnerable.