Morristown, TN (WOKI) A Morristown West High School teacher is accused of making unlawful sexual contact with a teenager.

According to Hamblen County Court documents, teacher Dennis G. Cupp is accused of using a ruler to make unlawful sexual contact with a 16-year-old female back on May 21.

According to a warrant, Cupp admitted to the act during a voluntary interview Wednesday, August 27. He is charged with sexual battery by an authority figure.

Hamblen County Schools officials say, upon receipt of the allegation against Cupp, he was suspended immediately pending investigation and removed from the classroom. An internal investigation has also been launched.

Cupp’s bond was set at $100,00, and he was arraigned in Hamblen County Criminal Court on Thursday, August 28.