Friday, October 7, 2022
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UPDATE ON INVESTIGATION BY GRAPEVINE POLICE DEPT
This afternoon the Grapevine Police Dept., in partnership with GCISD, sent a message to Silver Lake Elementary School families regarding a sexual assault investigation. We know our greater community is concerned, so we are sharing this communication with all of you, so that you may stay updated on our case.
Silver Lake Elementary Families,
The Grapevine Police Department and Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District want to give you an update on the active sexual assault investigation that was reported. Like you, we all want to ensure a thorough and complete investigation is done, and that the case is not compromised by sharing too many details moving forward. We understand you have questions and serious concerns, and we are all doing our best to assure you of your child’s safety in school.
Since the initial outcry was made to Grapevine Police, detectives have been in constant contact with the victim’s family in order to keep them up to date with the investigation, and to provide continued victim services. Both GCISD and Silver Lake ES staff have been fully cooperative with any and all requests made by GPD. Detectives are working daily on this case to provide closure to the victim and family, and to ensure the safety and security of all students and staff at Silver lake Elementary.
Detectives have reviewed all video related to the incident, interviewed all persons associated with the case, and continue to follow up on developed leads immediately.
We can confirm that on September 19, 2022, only Silver Lake students were on campus. Additionally, regular campus safety procedures include teaching behind a locked door, and that practice was being followed that day.
We all know this is a very sensitive and difficult case involving children , and detectives are being diligent to ensure the victim and family are fully supported during the investigation. Because of the sensitive nature of the case, interviews may take longer than the public realizes. We understand that limiting the information released may seem frustrating to parents, but we assure you we are working through all angles of the case of the safety of everyone. Grapevine Police continue to work with Alliance for Children and GCISD to seek closure to this incident and get help for all who are involved.
This is a delicate situation and we hope this information provides some benefit to you. We have full confidence in the investigative process and we will update everyone as information becomes available to share.
