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Police search for more victims after Plano ISD teacher accused of sexually abusing child
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
Officers arrested 64-year-old Paul Campbell after a student reported inappropriate physical contact while at Brinker Elementary, where Campbell was a teacher. Plano PD said Campbell is being held in the Plano City Jail.
Key takeaway Plano PD said Campbell is being held in the Plano City Jail.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The arrest of a Plano ISD teacher on charges of sexually abusing a child raises concerns about the safety and well-being of students in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including neighboring communities like Southlake . As police search for potential additional victims, parents and educators in Southlake may be prompted to review their own schools' protocols for reporting and addressing allegations of misconduct. The fact that the alleged abuse occurred at an elementary school, a place where children are expected to feel safe and supported, is particularly troubling. Southlake residents may want to pay attention to how Plano ISD responds to this incident, including any measures the district takes to support affected students and prevent similar incidents in the future. The investigation's outcome may also have implications for how local schools balance the need to protect students with the need to support teachers and staff.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Officers arrested 64-year-old Paul Campbell after a student reported inappropriate physical contact while at Brinker Elementary, where Campbell was a teacher. Plano PD said Campbell is being held in the Plano City Jail.
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