ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY, Va. — An Isle of Wight teacher was arrested on Thursday for possession of child pornography, the Isle of Wight County Sheriff's Office said.
37-year-old Zachary Hinz is facing three felony charges of possession, reproduction, distribution, solicitation, and facilitation of child pornography. Authorities said Hinz is a teacher at Isle of Wight Academy.
Deputies said they do not believe any Isle of Wight Academy students were harmed or exploited. Officials said no pictures of any students were found.
"The Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office is committed to thoroughly investigating and prosecuting crimes of this nature. We are deeply disturbed by these allegations and will continue to work diligently to ensure justice is served,” said Sheriff James Clarke.
Hinz is being held at The Western Tidewater Regional Jail without bond.
The Sheriff's Office said the investigation remains ongoing.