Lisa Robyn Marinelli

Tampa, Florida-area substitute teacher Lisa Robyn Marinelli, 40, was arrested on March 24, 2008 and accused of the sexual abuse of a 17 year old boy.

Allegations The alleged relationship was discovered when the boy's father saw him getting out of Marinelli's car, while allegedly zipping up his pants on February 27, 2008. Further investigation found hundreds of phone calls and text messages between Marinelli's cell phone and the boy, and authorities have speculated that as many as ten sexual encounters may have taken place. Marinelli's Response Marinelli claims that her daughter often used the cell phone and was 'friendly' with the boy. Marinelli lists her occupation as a substitute teacher at Mitchell High School in New Port Richey, Florida, however she was fired in February 2008 due to concerns over her 'professional behavior.' It is not clear whether the victim was a student at Mitchell High School. Backstory Marinelli was the third female teacher in the Tampa, Florida area in two weeks to be arrested for sexual abuse of a minor. Middle school math teacher Stephanie Ragusa, 28, faces charges for allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old, while substitute teacher [Mary Jo Spack]], 45, is accused of having sex with a 17-year-old while drinking with several students at a motel.

Fast Facts:

1. Age: 40
2. Birthplace: New York City
3. Resides: New Port Ritchey, Florida
4. Husband: Brian Marinelli
5. Allegedly 10 incidents between January 12 and February 27
6. Bail: $20,000
7. Charge: Sexual battery of a minor
8. No previous arrest history
9. Anyone with information is urged to call (800) 854-2862

Quotes:

• "The young man was over to the house all the time, he was part of the family. He was very friendly with the daughter," — neighbor Deborah Marsh

Recovered Text Messages:

• "Ur car looks awesome! Al u need is a hot milf sittin next to u and ud really b in business :-)"
• "How about a quicky 2morrow afternoon."
• "You can meet me at home at 3. Real men only need 20 minutes. We will be alone cause there is a field trip."

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