A 22-year-old man is reportedly facing charges for using a fake identity to enroll in a Minnesota high school and join the soccer team.
Kelvin Lubuke was taken into custody on Sunday after officials at White Bear Lake High School discovered that he allegedly submitted fraudulent documents to register as a senior player.
In a message to parents, Principal Russell Lietz mentioned that some individuals manipulated district security measures, allowing those over 21 to pose as students.
Lietz explained that the school followed all necessary registration protocols in line with state laws during the enrollment process.
While he didn’t specify Lubuke’s name in the letter, he did mention that the individual went by “KJ.”
Students confirmed that Lubuke was listed on the soccer team’s roster.
The principal informed parents that Lubuke had acquired fraudulent documents and presented a false identity to gain entry into the school.
White Bear Lake High School requires students to submit three specific documents for enrollment: a birth certificate for age verification, proof of residency like a driver’s license or utility bill, and vaccination records.
It’s unclear what age Lubuke claimed in the falsified documents.
Lietz reassured parents that Lubuke was prohibited from returning to district properties.
He expressed gratitude to staff, families, and students who reported suspicious activities, emphasizing their commitment to safety and well-being.
The district is currently continuing its investigation in collaboration with the White Bear Lake Police Department.
Lubuke is being held at the Anoka County Jail facing charges of theft and indecency.
The incident has left parents and students feeling unsettled.
One frustrated parent, April Jorgenson, shared her concerns, saying she couldn’t understand how someone like Lubuke could access the school.
Another anonymous student expressed belief that the district had let them down, arguing that those responsible for oversight should face consequences.
According to Minnesota law, students can register with public schools up until age 21, as long as they haven’t graduated.
If allowed by the district, students up to 21 can finish their schooling, while those in special education may remain until age 22, depending on eligibility under federal regulations.
This situation echoes a previous incident where an adult immigrant from Venezuela enrolled in an Ohio high school, misrepresenting himself as a 16-year-old and working in the swimming and soccer programs for over a year before being discovered.
