Teacher Faces Federal Charges

A former East China School District substitute teacher, Timothy Higle, 33, of Royal Oak, faces federal charges for allegedly soliciting sexual images from teen girls. Arrested for enticement, exploitation, and possession of child pornography, Higle’s case involves six victims from eastern Michigan. Michigan State Police began investigating after two victims reported him. The school district notified parents of the arrest. Higle’s court dates and bail are pending. Under federal law, enticement of a minor is punishable with 10-20 years in prison.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet