Former Archdiocese of Chicago teacher, private tutor Brett Smith charged with sexual abuse of juvenile in Orland Park, police say

EVERGREEN PARK, Ill. (WLS) — A man working as a private tutor in the south suburbs has been arrested and charged with felony criminal sexual abuse.

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He worked as a substitute teacher at local Catholic schools and was recently fired, the Chicago Archdiocese said.

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Orland Park police say 43-year-old Brett Smith engaged in sexual contact with a juvenile.

Smith is expected to make an initial court appearance Friday in Bridgeview.

In a letter to school parents, the Chicago Archdiocese says they fired Smith as a substitute teacher after learning of a history of sexual misconduct allegations.

Former Archdiocese of Chicago teacher, private tutor Brett Smith charged with sexual abuse of juvenile in Orland Park, police say

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