ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla (CBS12) — A St. Lucie County school bus driver accused of molesting a 9-year-old student has been released from jail after posting bond, according to jail records.

Edwin Garcia, 71, was arrested Friday by the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office and booked into the St. Lucie County Jail at 6:48 p.m. on March 6.

Garcia faces two counts of lewd or lascivious molestation involving a victim under the age of 12. Each charge carries a $250,000 surety bond, for a total bond of $500,000.

Jail records show Garcia was released Saturday at 9:02 p.m. after posting bond.

Garcia’s arrest stems from allegations that he molested a 9-year-old student while working as a school bus driver. Authorities have not released additional details about the investigation, citing the age of the victim.

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In a previous statement, St. Lucie Public Schools said the district is cooperating fully with law enforcement and has taken immediate action following the allegations. It is unclear whether Garcia has been terminated; however, school officials have said student safety remains their top priority.

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The case remains active at this time. Anyone with information is urged to contact that detective on the case at (772) 462-7300 or email CrimeTips@Stluciesheriff.gov.