Teacher found dead after being accused of sexual contact with student

A former high school teacher in Wisconsin accused of having an inappropriate relationship has been found dead from an apparent suicide, authorities said.


Christian Tomsey, who taught English at Dominican High School in Whitefish Bay, was fired from his job following a graduate’s allegation of having an inappropriate relationship with the 39-year-old teacher in 2009, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

“Upon learning of the allegation, our administration immediately conducted a thorough investigation into the situation, which resulted in the termination of Mr. Tomsey’s employment,” school officials said in a letter sent home to parents on Monday, the same day school officials learned that Tomsey was found dead.

Tomsey, 39, was arrested last week on potential charges of sexual assault of a student by school staff and possession of child pornography, police said. Whitefish Bay Police Chief Michael Young and school officials both declined to elaborate, citing an ongoing investigation.

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office is now investigating Tomsey’s death as a possible suicide. An autopsy was scheduled for Tuesday, FOX6 reports.

“This is a very difficult situation for everyone in the Dominican community and we are committed to providing the support needed for all our students and families,” the letter to parents continued. “I encourage each of you to pray for those impacted by this tragic situation and ask any parents, current students and alumni to contact me at any time questions or concerns.”