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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Local NewsSeptember 4, 2026Miami-Dade

Coral Springs Police Department fires school resource officer following sexual battery investigation

The Coral Springs Police Department terminated a school resource officer after an internal investigation sustained allegations of sexual battery involving students at J.P. Taravella High School. The misconduct reportedly occurred while the individuals were students and continued after they reached adulthood.

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Why It Matters

This incident involves the termination of a law enforcement officer assigned to a public high school due to findings of sexual misconduct, impacting student safety protocols and police-school relations.

Key Facts

  • The Coral Springs Police Department conducted an internal investigation into a school resource officer.
  • The investigation sustained an allegation of sexual battery against the officer.
  • The officer was terminated from their position following the investigation findings.
  • The misconduct involved interactions with students at J.P. Taravella High School.
  • The inappropriate behavior reportedly continued after the students graduated and became adults.

Who's Mentioned

personRaymond Kerner“Former school resource officer terminated following misconduct investigation.”personErnesto Bruna“Sergeant handling additional reports of misconduct.”locationEagle Ridge Elementary“School where Kerner served as a seasonal SRO.”organizationCoral Springs Police Department“The department that conducted the internal investigation and terminated the offi”locationJ.P. Taravella High School“School where Kerner served as a full-time SRO from 2013 to 2021.”personBrad Mock“Coral Springs Police Chief who announced the termination.”