By Zoila Palma: Muffles College has placed a staff member on administrative leave following an allegation of misconduct involving a minor female student.
The school said in a statement that its administration received the allegation on October 6, 2026, and has launched an investigation.
The school reiterated that the allegation is extremely serious and said the staff member will remain on leave until the investigation is complete.
Muffles College also acknowledged investigations by the Belize Police Department and the Department of Social Services, adding that it will cooperate fully with both agencies.
“We are deeply concerned by the nature of this allegation and acknowledge the distress that this matter has caused to our students, faculty, staff, parents and the wider community,” the school stated.
Muffles College said it remains committed to due process and expects its staff to comply with established legal procedures, education-sector legislation and applicable codes of conduct.
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