JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – New details were released after a 27-year-old Twin Lakes Academy Middle School guard was arrested Friday and charged with lewd or lascivious conduct by an authority figure involving a student, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
The arrest report said that Jon Kee Jr. messaged the student on Instagram after the student saw him working at a Circle K convenience store, offered the student free drinks and snacks, hugged the student and exchanged text messages and phone calls that turned inappropriate. Police recorded a phone call and interviewed the student as part of the probe, the report said.
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Kee was interviewed by detectives after being advised of his Miranda rights and agreed to speak without an attorney, the sheriff’s office said. He was arrested on a charge under Florida Statute 800.101(2)(c), a second-degree felony.
Kee has worked at Twin Lakes since February 2022. He started as an office assistant and then transitioned into a security guard in July 2024.
Police said there was no indication of weapons, drugs or domestic violence in the case.
Twin Lakes Principal Aurelia Williams sent out a statement to parents after learning Kee was arrested.
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out today with important information about a serious matter that I know may cause concern for our school community.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) has informed us that a member of our school staff, Mr. Jon Kee, was arrested on Thursday, May 29, and charged with an offense involving inappropriate conduct with a student. I understand how upsetting and alarming this news may be, and as both a principal and someone who cares deeply about our students and families, I share in your concern.
Please know that this situation is being taken extremely seriously. Mr. Kee has been immediately removed from our campus and will have no contact with students while both the criminal investigation and the district’s professional standards review are ongoing.
I want to assure you that the safety, well-being, and trust of our students are at the heart of every decision we make. We are working closely with district leadership and law enforcement to ensure all necessary steps are taken to protect our school community.
This remains an active investigation led by JSO. If you or your child may have any information that could assist, I strongly encourage you to contact JSO directly at 904-630-0500.
I also recognize that situations like this can be difficult for students and families to process. Please know that our school team is here to support you. If your child needs additional support or you have concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to us directly-we are here to listen and help.
Thank you for your continued trust and partnership as we work to maintain a safe and supportive environment for every student at Twin Lakes Academy Middle School.
Wishing you and your family a safe and restful summer.
Twin Lakes Principal Aurelia Williams
The investigation is ongoing.