Former Fair Lawn School Employee from Midland Park Charged in Lewd Acts at Middle School

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

FAIR LAWN, NJ — A former employee of the Fair Lawn School District has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses following disturbing lewdness incidents at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.

John C. Stewart, 33, of Midland Park, was arrested on July 9 in Paramus and faces serious criminal charges, including:

• Sexual assault by sexual contact

• Endangering the welfare of a child

• Burglary

• Aggravated criminal sexual contact

• Criminal sexual contact

• Lewdness

• Trespassing

🏫 Alleged Incidents Took Place at Fair Lawn Middle School

According to prosecutors, Stewart — a former school district employee — illegally entered the school building at various hours and engaged in acts of masturbation in different areas of the school.

Authorities confirmed that children were present in the school during at least one of the incidents, as the building was being used for summer programs. However, officials emphasized that there is no current evidence suggesting Stewart directly interacted with or approached any of the children.

🚨 Arrest and Ongoing Investigation

Stewart was taken into custody and transported to Bergen County Jail, where he is awaiting his first court appearance. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office says the investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges or developments may follow.

📰 Local Community Reacts

The arrest has sparked shock and concern in the Fair Lawn community, particularly among parents and staff. Authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information to come forward.

📞 How to Report Information

If you have relevant details regarding this investigation, contact the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office at (201) 646-2300 or the Fair Lawn Police Department at (201) 794-5400.

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