Texas, April 24, 2026 (New York time) — A 27-year-old substitute teacher in Texas is facing criminal charges after authorities discovered inappropriate contact with a student outside of school hours via social media.

The suspect, Angela Palmares, was arrested in Bell County on April 23 and charged with “inappropriate relationship between educator and student,” a serious second-degree felony. Jail records show that bail has been set at $150,000.

According to representatives of the Llano Independent School District, the school discovered “inappropriate” messages between the suspect and a student through social media platforms, occurring outside of school hours. This is a common method of communication uncovered in recent cases of unlawful relationships with students across multiple states.

The suspect has been removed from the district’s substitute teacher list since early April, which was her most recent period of employment.

Specific information regarding the number of students involved or their ages has not been released due to privacy requirements.

District representatives stated they have contacted the parents of the students involved and emphasized that ensuring a safe learning environment is their top priority. Authorities are also working to investigate allegations of student abuse to maintain transparency and safety within the schools.

The investigation is ongoing.

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