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Queens Teacher Arrested for Groping Special Needs Students

3/15/2026

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Vamshi Guduru, a John Bowne High School teacher in Queens, was arrested for allegedly groping seven special needs students aged 15 to 17.
Guduru faces charges including forcible touching and sexual abuse.
He was arraigned and released on supervised release, with protection orders for the victims.
Prosecutors sought bail, and his next court date is May 4.
The NYPD released Guduru's mugshot to encourage more victims to come forward.

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Story summary

Vamshi Guduru, a John Bowne High School teacher in Queens, was arrested for allegedly groping seven special needs students aged 15 to 17.
Guduru faces charges including forcible touching and sexual abuse.
He was arraigned and released on supervised release, with protection orders for the victims.
Prosecutors sought bail, and his next court date is May 4.
The NYPD released Guduru's mugshot to encourage more victims to come forward.