Former Carrollton Teacher Arrested on Charges of Indecency with a Child

Miguel Caban Mendez faces multiple charges related to alleged improper relationship with student

Mar. 17, 2026 at 11:25pm

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A former teacher at DeWitt Perry Middle School in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District has been arrested and charged with two counts of improper relationship between educator and student, two counts of indecency with a child, and one count of indecent assault. The teacher, Miguel Caban Mendez, was taken into custody on March 3 and is currently being held on $330,000 bail.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of educator misconduct and the need for strict oversight and accountability in schools to protect vulnerable students. The charges against Mendez are particularly troubling given his position of trust and authority as a teacher.

The details

According to the Carrollton Police Department, Mendez was an employee at DeWitt Perry Middle School when he allegedly engaged in inappropriate behavior with a student. The specific details of the charges have not been publicly released, but they include two counts of improper relationship between educator and student, two counts of indecency with a child, and one count of indecent assault.

  • Mendez was arrested on March 3, 2026.
  • His bail is set at $330,000, according to online jail records.

The players

Miguel Caban Mendez

A former teacher at DeWitt Perry Middle School in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District who has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of improper conduct with a student.

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD

The school district where Mendez was employed, and which is cooperating fully with law enforcement in the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“The district is fully cooperating with law enforcement.”

— Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD (dallasnews.com)

What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant Mendez bail at a hearing scheduled for next week.

The takeaway

This case underscores the critical importance of robust screening, training, and oversight of educators to prevent abuse and protect the wellbeing of students. School districts must remain vigilant and take swift action to address any allegations of misconduct.