A former Duval County school police officer was arrested Thursday evening following a joint investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Duval County School Police, the district said.
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Following a joint investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Duval County School Police, Alexander Capasso, 26, was arrested on a warrant charging him with authority-figure soliciting or engaging in a romantic relationship with a student, unlawful use of a two-way communication device and tampering with evidence.The district said Capasso submitted his resignation on March 2 while under investigation and was stripped of all law enforcement authority at that time. DCPS told parents of the “serious matter” in a communication on Friday, saying Capasso, who began working for the district in October 2025, was not assigned to a specific school but worked on a rotating basis. He most recently served on a brief, interim basis at Atlantic Coast, Fletcher, and Mandarin high schools, the district said. The district said its chief of police was notified about potentially criminal behavior by Capasso about four weeks ago and asked the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office for assistance.“While all criminal investigations involve due process, I am deeply troubled by these allegations,” Jackson Short, chief of Duval County School Police, said in the statement. “The alleged behavior is not representative of the high standards of integrity required of our law enforcement officers and does not reflect our unwavering commitment to student safety and care.” In the message to parents, the district said police are working to make direct contact with any individuals who might have been impacted. The district also strongly encouraged anyone who may have information to contact JSO at 904-630-0500. “The safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priority. While we regret having to share this type of information, transparency is important,” the district wrote to parents. “We also want to be clear that any individual who violates the trust placed in them to protect and support students will be held accountable.”A Jacksonville native and proud University of North Florida alum, Francine Frazier has been with News4Jax since 2014 after spending nine years at The Florida Times-Union.Hailing from Detroit, Jonathan is excited to start his media career at News4JAX in November 2023. He is passionate about telling stories that matter to the community and he is honored to serve Jacksonville.DNA test connects Clay County Navy veteran to WWII POW missing for over 80 yearsSt. Augustine replacing downtown parking kiosks with cashless touchscreensHundreds participate in Jacksonville ‘No Kings’ rally against Trump administrationFlagler College students protest housing policy as seniors cite affordability, availability concernsGAME DAY ⚾🦐 The defending Triple-A National Champion Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp returnShould an HOA or property management company be required to post parking rules for visitors?Fights erupt at Palatka Junior-Senior High after field trip focused on mental healthMother of teen punched during arrest says officer went too far⚾️ Opening Day + perfect weather=the ultimate Friday night in JaxStudy finds most ‘Mayport Shrimp’ dishes served in Jacksonville area are actually importedNew ‘larger format’ Publix store in SilverLeaf features wine bar, expanded deli menu, custom pizzasFamily of A’hmari Robinson shares stories at candlelight vigil days after his death
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