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NJ Teacher Charged in Sexual Assault Case

Gloucester City

Camden County Prosecutor Mary Eva Colalillo and Gloucester City Police Chief Brian Morrell reported a teacher at Gloucester City High School has been charged in connection with a sexual relationship with a former student.

David H. Light, 33, of Gloucester City, is charged with four counts each of second-degree sexual assault and fourth-degree criminal sexual contact.

It is alleged Light had a sexual relationship with the victim between May 2008 and December 2008. The alleged acts occurred when the victim was 17-years-old and Light was her softball coach and a substitute teacher at Gloucester City High School.

Light was taken into custody on Friday. His bail was set at $200,000.

Photo: Gloucester City High School Website

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