Teacher Arrested Following Sexual Assault Allegations
A private school in Markham is dealing with serious criminal charges against one of its teachers. Taurus Chung, 40, of Richmond Hill was taken into custody on Tuesday following an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with an underage student.
The York Regional Police confirmed the arrest and announced that Chung now faces multiple charges including sexual assault and sexual exploitation. The incidents are believed to have occurred while the teacher was in a position of trust and authority over the student.
Details of the Criminal Charges
According to police documentation, the investigation began after reports surfaced about inappropriate conduct between the teacher and student. The alleged victim is under the age of consent, making the charges particularly severe under Canadian law.
The arrest took place on November 20, 2025, with police moving quickly to remove the teacher from the school environment. Authorities have emphasized that the investigation remains active and are encouraging anyone with additional information to come forward.
School and Community Response
The private school, located in the Markham area, has cooperated fully with law enforcement throughout the investigation. School administrators have implemented additional safeguards and are reviewing their staff screening processes in response to the incident.
Parents of students at the institution have been notified about the situation, and counseling services have been made available to support affected students and families. The school community is grappling with the allegations against someone who held a position of trust within their educational environment.
York Regional Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the case and have not ruled out the possibility of additional victims coming forward. The teacher remains in custody awaiting further legal proceedings.
