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Homestead first-grade teacher arrested after allegedly swinging knife at boyfriend during argument
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Allyson Castillo , WSVN 7 News
· July 20, 2026
· 2 min read
A first-grade teacher at a Homestead private school was arrested after she scratched her boyfriend, took his cellphone and then swiped a knife at him during a domestic dispute, authorities said. According to an arrest report, Ada Caballero faces charges of aggravated assault and battery. Investigato
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Key takeaway Investigators said the 44-year-old suspect and the victim, who were in a relationship for about a year and were living together, got into a verbal argument at their home, Saturday night.
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The arrest of a first-grade teacher in Homestead for allegedly wielding a knife at her boyfriend raises concerns about the potential impact on her students and the community. As a teacher at a private school in Homestead, Ada Caballero was in a position of trust and authority, and her actions may have consequences beyond the criminal charges she faces. The fact that she is no longer employed at St. John's Episcopal School suggests that the school is taking steps to distance itself from the incident. However, it also highlights the need for schools to have protocols in place for addressing domestic violence and other personal issues that may affect teachers' ability to perform their jobs. In a community like Homestead, where families and schools are closely tied, the fallout from this incident may be felt for some time, and it will be important to watch how the school and local authorities respond to support both the students and the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? A first-grade teacher at a Homestead private school was arrested after she scratched her boyfriend, took his cellphone and then swiped a knife at him during a domestic dispute, authorities said. According to an arrest report, Ada Caballero faces charges of aggravated assault and battery. Investigato
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