Judge sets bond for Lincoln high school teacher accused of sexual abuse
By McKenzy Parsons
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LINCOLN, Neb. (KETV) — A judge set bond for the Lincoln teacher accused of sexual abuse.
Daniel Holmberg, 62, was arrested after multiple students reported the English learner teacher inappropriately touched them.
Investigators said they spent two weeks interviewing several teen girls, who they said all speak different primary languages other than English.
According to the affidavit, the victims said Holmberg would learn phrases in their language and tell them they were his favorite student and they were pretty. They also said he touched them inappropriately on multiple occasions.
Court documents said Holmberg was interviewed by other Lincoln Public Schools employees, and during the interview, he admitted to touching the victims. But, according to the affidavit, Holmberg said his intentions were not sexual.
LPS released a statement regarding the situation.
“We understand our community has questions. This is an ongoing investigation and we owe it to everyone that we ensure a fair and thorough process – and that can take time. Because this is still being investigated, we are unable to provide further details or comments at this time.”
“Our job as educators is to teach, nurture and protect students. When there is even the thought that a trusted individual inside our system has potentially harmed a student – it hurts and makes us angry.”
“We are focusing our efforts in supporting the students impacted, and providing resources for students and families. We ask that everyone please honor and respect the privacy of Northeast students and staff and let the Lincoln Police and courts do their important work.”
Holmberg’s bond was set at 10% of $200,000.
He will be back in court in January.
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