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Dade County High School Principal Arrested on 2 Counts of Sexual Charges

Dade County Sheriff’s Office has arrested DCHS Principal Joseph “Brent” Cooper on 2 counts of violating OCGA 16-6-5.1 (Improper Sexual Contact by Employee, Agent, or Foster Parent).

The investigation began after the High School SRO received information about possible misconduct.

This remains an active and developing investigation. Anyone who may have additional information regarding this case, or who believes they may have been a victim, is encouraged to contact the Dade County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division at tips@dadesheriff.com.

Lucky Knott

Lucky Knott is a longtime broadcaster, sportscaster, and news reporter, having worked in radio here in the Sequatchie Valley and in Coffee and Grundy County for many years. You can hear his news reports weekday mornings and afternoons on The River 104.9 WEPG in Marion County and Country Roads 93.3 in Dunlap/Pikeville. He is also Editor for SValleyNow.com - Sequatchie Valley Now.