Muscogee Co. School employee arrested on felony charges; placed on leave

COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) – News Leader 9 has confirmed that a Dorothy Height Elementary School employee has been arrested.

Twenty-three-year-old Wayne Johnson was arrested Wednesday, October 18 on charges of laying drag, speeding, reckless driving, and failure to wear a seat belt.

Johnson is a para-professional and the allegations that led to the arrest occurred after school hours and off campus.

The allegations also involve several felonies.

Johnson has been placed on leave without pay until the investigation is complete.

This is a developing story; check back for more updates.

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