UPDATE | April 1, 2026 — In May 2024, James Thomure, former teacher at Douglas County High School, pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation of a child and child abuse. This stemmed from an incident involving a student in a classroom.
As part of a plea agreement, he accepted eight years of intensive sex offender probation. The prosecution is also requesting jail time.
His sentencing is scheduled for April 3.
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DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — A Douglas County High School teacher was arrested Tuesday for alleged sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust.
James Thomure, 55, of Centennial is being held at the Douglas County Detention Facility on a $20,000 bond.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office did not share details regarding its investigation. According to Douglas County High School's website, Thomure is part of the Individuals & Societies department.
The sheriff's office is asking anyone who may have information about Thomure or potential additional victims to contact Detective Clay at sclay@dcsheriff.net.
