Longtime Mustang teacher arrested for sex crimes

MUSTANG, Okla. — The Mustang Police Department (MPD) arrested Raymond Garner at his home on charges of first degree rape, lewd or indecent proposals to a child and forcible sodomy.

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) was called to assist on the investigation that began Jan. 27, when school resource officers alerted police to rumors of a former student having a relationship with a teacher.

The investigation revealed a former female student was having sexual contact with Garner, who was her science teacher and National Honor Society advisor. OSBI says the acts occurred hundred of times at the high school and at Garner’s home in Oklahoma City while the minor was a student from 2014 to 2017.

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“It was incredibly brave for this young woman to admit what happened to her while a student in Mustang,” said Police Chief Rob Groseclose. “Often times, rape is not reported because the victim fears she or he won’t be believed. When a teacher who has influence over a student’s future is violating her in a sexual manner, it can be even more difficult to come forward. Because of her courage, an alleged sexual predator is in custody and can’t harm anyone else. I would like to thank the OSBI for their continued assistance, as well as Mustang Public schools, for their transparency and unwavering partnership”

“We are shocked, saddened, and outraged at the allegations levied against one of our long-time employees today,” said Superintendent Charles Bradley. “We will continue to cooperate fully with our law enforcement partners during their investigation and will work quickly on our internal investigation as well. We will have counselors available at Mustang High School for any staff or students who may need to speak to someone and we will support our Bronco Family as we unpack this situation together.”

Garner was suspended at Mustang Public Schools following his arrest.