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NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJuly 15, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade Band Teacher Released on Bond Following Criminal Charges

A 33-year-old band teacher, Heihachirō Nakashima, has posted bond after being charged with three counts of lewd and lascivious battery involving a student. The investigation alleges a pattern of grooming and sexual contact that began in February.

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Why It Matters

A former teacher at Palm Glades Preparatory Academy faces felony charges, resulting in the implementation of travel restrictions as a condition of his release from jail.

Key Facts

  • Heihachirō Nakashima faces three counts of lewd and lascivious battery.
  • The accused posted bond on Wednesday morning and was awaiting release Wednesday night.
  • As a condition of release, the accused is prohibited from traveling.
  • A planned trip to Japan by the accused has been canceled.
  • The accused was a band teacher at Palm Glades Preparatory Academy near Homestead.
  • The accused previously taught at schools in Hialeah and Coral Gables.
  • Investigators allege the relationship began in February after an orchestra performance.
  • The investigation began after the student reported the relationship to law enforcement.

Who's Mentioned

locationPalm Glades Preparatory Academy“School where the accused most recently worked.”organizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency investigating the case.”personHeihachirō Nakashima“33-year-old band teacher and violinist accused of lewd and lascivious battery.”locationHialeah“Location of a school where the accused previously taught.”locationHomestead“Area near where the school is located.”locationJapan“Intended travel destination for the accused, now canceled.”locationCoral Gables“Location of a school where the accused previously taught.”