There is concern that the Alexandria fourth grade teacher arrested for child pornography might have had contact with children in Northern Virginia.

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Based on evidence found in the teacher Justin Coleman's home, federal agents are looking at whether he had contact with any of his students at John Adams Elementary School or children in Northern Virginia.

According to court documents, Coleman had pornographic photos and videos of girls ages five to 12. He also had images of himself with young girls. Authorities are trying to determine who those children are.

"I hope the children will come out and the family if they know of anything because this is a time that the children need adults to help them," said Kadiatu Richardson, who is also a parent.

Coleman also allegedly took items of clothing from students at John Adams. He is quoted during an interview with an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent as stating that he found a backpack at the school that contained jeans and panties. He stole the backpack and saved the panties.

These allegations fuel fear and outrage for parents at the school. "It's mind-boggling really, I mean I live right there, right behind the school," said Scott Tompkins, a parent.

"I think it should upset everybody because what effects one child, effects all the children. So it's a shame," Richardson added.

Federal authorities are working with Alexandria City Police and Fairfax County Police. Coleman remains in federal custody without bond.