News Summary
Christopher Patrick Uresti, a 23-year-old ex-teacher from Southwest ISD, has been arrested on charges of aggravated sexual assault involving a 12-year-old student. The investigation began when the victim reported multiple incidents of sexual abuse, prompting a thorough inquiry into Uresti’s past conduct. Uresti had resigned amidst prior concerns about his behavior. As allegations surface regarding direct contact with the victim, parents express alarm over his presence in school settings, raising questions about how educational institutions handle misconduct cases.
San Antonio, TX – Christopher Patrick Uresti, a 23-year-old former teacher at Southwest Independent School District (ISD), has been arrested on charges of aggravated sexual assault of a 12-year-old student. The allegations surfaced after the victim confided in her teacher about multiple incidents of sexual assault, prompting a law enforcement investigation.
The arrests followed the girl’s disclosure to school officials, which triggered a review of Uresti’s conduct. School officials noted that Uresti had resigned from his position after reports of inappropriate behavior, such as sending unsettling messages and texting students. Furthermore, parents raised concerns about Uresti’s presence at school events, where he had claimed to be a coach, despite this not being part of his official duties. This led to a criminal trespass warning issued by Southwest ISD.
During the investigation, authorities discovered that Uresti had been in contact with the victim directly. Initially, the victim had referred to Uresti as her cousin. However, this claim was found to be false by her mother, clarifying the nature of their relationship. Reports indicate that Uresti had originally met the girl when she was in 5th grade at Kriewald Elementary, where he served as a substitute teacher. The victim had developed a crush on Uresti, reportedly stemming from incidents where he bought her snacks during assignments.
As the timeline developed, the victim reconnected with Uresti through social media around 2024 when she began attending Scobee Middle School. They communicated primarily through Instagram and text messages, ultimately leading to the alleged assaults occurring between February and March 2025. The victim accused Uresti of forcing her to perform sexual acts on three separate instances.
The severity of the allegations detailed three alarming incidents. The first occurred when Uresti allegedly picked up the victim at 2 a.m. before driving her to a secluded area, where he assaulted her until she could escape. The second incident involved a threat from Uresti, warning the victim that he would knock on her door if she did not come outside. He subsequently drove her back to the same location for another assault. The third and final allegation points to a situation where he once again picked her up on a school night, repeating the same assault before returning her home shortly after 1 a.m.
Uresti is currently facing serious charges, with a bond set at $300,000. Following the unfolding allegations, Southwest ISD stated that they had previously investigated Uresti for inappropriate conduct but did not find sufficient evidence of sexual misconduct at that time. The district has expressed its willingness to cooperate fully with law enforcement as the investigation continues.
This disturbing case highlights the ongoing concern and scrutiny surrounding teacher-student relationships, particularly in instances involving inappropriate contact. As investigations proceed, many are left questioning how educational institutions handle reports of misconduct and what measures are in place to protect students from potential threats.
The situation remains under careful examination as authorities work to ensure the safety and well-being of students within the district and across the community.
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