New London school district employee arrested on drug charges

Police say a K9 drug search led to the arrest of a school employee for cocaine possession

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

An employee of the School District of New London was arrested last week after a K9 drug search was conducted by police in the parking lot of Lincoln Elementary School. The K9 alerted officers to one of the cars parked in the lot, leading to the arrest of the school district employee on charges of possession of cocaine and drug paraphernalia.

Why it matters

The arrest of a school district employee on drug charges raises concerns about safety and security within the school system, as well as the potential impact on students and the broader community. It also highlights the use of K9 units and drug searches on school property.

The details

According to the New London Police Department, the K9 drug search was conducted on February 12th in the parking lot of Lincoln Elementary School. After the K9 alerted officers to one of the parked cars, the school district employee was arrested and charged with possession of cocaine and drug paraphernalia. Police say parents and staff affected by the incident were notified, and the investigation remains ongoing.

  • The K9 drug search was conducted on February 12, 2026.
  • The school district employee was arrested last week.

The players

School District of New London

The public school district serving the city of New London, Wisconsin.

New London Police Department

The law enforcement agency responsible for policing the city of New London, Wisconsin.

Lincoln Elementary School

A public elementary school within the School District of New London.

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What’s next

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the school district is expected to take appropriate disciplinary action against the employee.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of maintaining a safe and drug-free environment in schools, and the need for vigilance and cooperation between school districts, law enforcement, and the community to address such issues.