Today, the Bellevue Police Department announced the additional arrest of 73-year-old Robert Scroggs after a thorough investigation was made into the teacher’s relationships with students during his tenure with the Bellevue School District.
Similar to the previous case, the teacher allegedly touched the victim – a 9-year-old female – inappropriately during class. The incident occurred during the time Scroggs filled-in as substitute teacher for Newport Heights Elementary School from January to April 2024.
The additional arrest for Child Molestation of the 1st Degree was made at approximately 8:00 a.m. on June 24. This is now the second time Scroggs has been arrested for Child Molestation of the 1st Degree, with the first occurring on June 7 at approximately 3:10 p.m.
The Department praises Bellevue residents for collaborating with law enforcement on this matter. Numerous tips and the investigation from Officers led to this additional arrest.
However, the Bellevue Police Department urges anyone who still may have information on these cases or other potential cases to come forward and contact the Bellevue Police Department by dialing the NORCOM non-emergency line 425-577-5656. Victims may also contact Detective Sergeant Brenda Johnson at: Bjohnson@bellevuewa.gov.
“In law enforcement, we often preach ‘when you see something, say something.’ Thanks to our partnership with residents and the Bellevue community, Officers were able to hold accountable an individual for committing heinous crimes on some of our most vulnerable,” said Wendell Shirley, Chief of the Bellevue Police Department. “Let this serve as an example to everyone that if someone doubts your safety or well-being to contact law enforcement immediately.”
The Bellevue Police Department will continue to provide updates about this case should any new information come forward.
For more information about sexual assault prevention and education resources, as well as tips for talking to your kids about safety and boundaries, please visit the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN).
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