Sandy Springs school administrator charged with sexual exploitation of children

Police have arrested an employee of a Sandy Springs private school they say is accused of the possession of child pornography.

Thursday afternoon, the Sandy Springs Police Department say they arrested Christopher James Winslow and charged him with two counts of the sexual exploitation of children.

Winslow was the chief financial officer of the Mount Vernon School, a private school that teaches students from preschool through 12th grade. He has since been fired from the school.

Mount Vernon School

Mount Vernon School (FOX 5)

According to investigators, Winslow is accused of possessing "child sex abuse material."

In a statement, a school spokesperson says that there is no indication from law enforcement that any of its students or any other employees were involved. 

"This is devastating news for everyone, and we are committed to supporting law enforcement's investigation however we can," the spokesperson told FOX 5. "The safety and well-being of our students is our most important priority, and for that reason, Mr. Winslow, will no longer be part of our School community moving forward."

Christopher James Winslow

Christopher James Winslow (Fulton County Sheriff's Office)

The Sandy Springs Police Department is working with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to identify any alleged victims. The investigation is ongoing.

FOX 5 asked more than a dozen parents at the Mount Vernon school Friday for their reaction. None wanted to speak.

If you have any information that could help with the case, call Sandy Springs detectives at 770-551-6946.