Copyright by WSPA - All rights reserved Photo Courtesy of the Laurens County Detention Center

Copyright by WSPA - All rights reserved Photo Courtesy of the Laurens County Detention Center

The Laurens Police Department arrested and charged a reported high school coach with criminal sexual conduct Thursday.

According to the Police Department, Joseph Ned Kemp, 29 of Laurens is an assistant coach with the Laurens High School wrestling team.

The Laurens Police Department confirmed the victim is a student, but could not give us an age or school the victim attended.

The alleged incident took place at Kemp's home, according to the police report.

Kemp is officially charged with criminal sexual conduct 2nd degree. He was arrested after a SRO at Laurens High School brought forward allegations and evidence of criminal activity to the police department.

Following Kemp's arrest, the Laurens School District 55 has fired Kemp.

The Laurens Police Department says because of Kemp's position, there may be other victims. If you have any information call the police department.

Kemp will have a bond hearing at 7 p.m. at the Laurens Police Department.

Laurens School District 55 Superintendent issued this statement:

"Jospeh Kemp, who was employed as an assistant wrestling coach at Laurens District High School was arrested on allegations of criminal sexual conduct. Mr. Kemp served as the assistant wrestling coach and was not employed in any other capacity in the district. He has been removed from his coaching responsibilities. The safety of our students is our number one priority. Any behavior that compromised the safety and well-being of our students and the trust of our community will not and cannot be tolerated."