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22-Year-Old Charged for Posing as High School Student in Minnesota
4/10/2026, 2:51:11 AM
Allegations and Charges
Kelvin M. Luebke, a 22-year-old man, has been charged with two counts of aggravated forgery and one count of forgery after allegedly posing as a teenager and enrolling at White Bear Lake Area High School in Minnesota. The charges were filed on April 8, 2026, following a report from a concerned citizen on September 29, 2025, who suspected that an adult was attending the school under the name "Kelvin Ciatte Perry, Jr." Investigators discovered that Luebke had used a foreign birth certificate to enroll, claiming to be a 17-year-old student.
Enrollment and Background
Luebke was enrolled at White Bear Lake Area High School from September 3, 2025, until his identity was uncovered on September 29, 2025. During this time, he participated in the school's football team, attending three practices. School Superintendent Wayne Kazmierczak confirmed Luebke's enrollment and subsequent participation in school activities.
Luebke's background includes being adopted from Liberia in 2009 and having a history of behavioral issues that led to his expulsion from Forest Lake High School, where he attended for a brief period. His father reported that Luebke had primarily been homeschooled before this incident.
Investigation Findings
The investigation into Luebke's enrollment revealed that he had been living with a couple, whose identities were not disclosed, and that they were unaware of his actions. Luebke admitted to police that he registered as an "unaccompanied minor" and provided a Liberian birth certificate during the enrollment process. His true identity was confirmed through various documents, including a Minnesota driver’s license and a U.S. passport.
Criticism and Concerns
The incident has raised concerns regarding school enrollment verification processes and the potential risks associated with adults posing as minors in educational settings. Critics have pointed out that such situations could endanger students and disrupt school environments.
Official Statements
In an October statement to school families, Superintendent Kazmierczak addressed the situation, emphasizing the importance of student safety and the need for thorough verification processes. He did not provide specific details about the measures that would be implemented to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Verbatim Quotes
- “He was primarily homeschooled but did attend Forest Lake High School for a period of time; both he and his father reported he was expelled due to behavioral issues,” — Ramsey County Attorney’s Office
- “couple he was living with did not know he had enrolled for the 2025–2026 school year and that he registered as an ‘unaccompanied minor,’” — Police Investigation Report
What's Next
As the legal proceedings unfold, Luebke faces serious charges that could lead to significant penalties. The case may prompt further discussions on school policies regarding student enrollment and the verification of identities to enhance safety measures in educational institutions.
