Former Teacher Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Assault
From The Colony Police Department:
John Leslie Collett Sentenced to 20 Years for Sexual Assault of a Child
THE COLONY, TX-On Friday, March 28, 2025, John Leslie Collett, a former teacher at Camey Elementary School in The Colony, was sentenced to 20 years in State Prison for sexually assaulting a ten-year-old student. Collett pleaded guilty to one count of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child, two counts of Indecency with a Child, and one count of Improper Relationship Between Educator and Student. In addition to the prison term, Collett will be required to register as a sex offender for life.
Collett's guilty plea resulted from an investigation initiated in April 2023 following an outcry from the victim. We commend the dedication and professionalism of all agencies involved in bringing this case to a resolution. The collaborative efforts of The Colony Police Department, The Children's Advocacy Center for North Texas, the Denton County Attorney's Office, and Child Protective Services have been essential in seeking justice for the victim and ensuring the safety of our community.
