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Former Trumann teacher charged with sexual assault

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TRUMANN, AR (KAIT)- A former Region 8 teacher is charged with sexual assault.

Danny Akers, 39, was arrested earlier this week by Trumann police.

The Poinsett County Democrat Tribune reports Akers abruptly resigned from his post at Trumann Middle School last year.

Right now, Akers is free on bond.

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