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High school student charged with criminal sexual abuse

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Andrew Godell (Source: Williamson County Jail) Andrew Godell (Source: Williamson County Jail)
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JOHNSTON CITY, IL (KFVS) -

Williamson County Sheriff's deputies arrested a high school student accused of criminal sexual abuse.

Andrew Godell, 17, is accused of allegedly placing the hand of a minor on his crotch on Aug. 30.

Godell is a student at Johnston City High School.

His bail is set at $25,000.

Godell's preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 24.

The Williamson County Child Advocacy Center is assisting in the investigation. Other charges against Godell could be possible, according to the Johnston City Police Department.

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