A former elementary school teacher is facing sexual abuse charges after allegedly touching students inappropriately , according to the Delaware State Police.

Vincent Buckwash, 57, was working as a teacher at Anna P. Mote Elementary School in Wilmington during the 2023-2024 school year when reports surfaced accusing him of touching several students in a sexual manner, officials said.

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The school district had Buckwash step down from his role right away and he chose to take his retirement on July 1, 2024, police said.

Investigators said that they found that Buckwash had touched five students on several occasions.

Arrest warrants for Buckwash were issued on Aug. 14, 2025, and he turned himself into the po

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