Paul A. Schum, 50, was cited for loitering for the purpose of prostitution late Tuesday by Louisville Metro police. Officers allege that they came across the educator inside his parked car when patrolling the neighborhood known for prostitution and narcotics. Schum, who, according to his Bethlehem Web site bio, is a chemistry teacher with more than 25 years of experience, a master's degree in teaching and a doctorate in education, denied the allegations through the Archdiocese of Louisville, which oversees Bethlehem High.
The archdiocese statement, released Wednesday, also indicated that the branch of the church, which includes more than , Catholics, would conduct its own probe into the misdemeanor prostitution citation. Schum has requested and is taking personal leave from his position as principal of Bethlehem High School pending the outcome of the investigation," according to the statement. Officer Russell said that the officers who came across Schum were aware it's the Halloween season, but became suspicious when Schum offered them conflicting stories about why he was parked in the alley dressed as a woman.
Schum was not arrested, but will be required to appear in court Nov. Bethlehem is one of 48 schools, including nine high schools, overseen by the Archdiocese of Louisville. The coed, school currently enrolls students. We'll notify you here with news about. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? Apr 18, AM. Arrest made after 4 found dead at home, 3 shot on interstate in connected incidents. Apr 18, PM. Bud Light boycott fallout. Apr 17, AM.
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