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Teacher Accused of Online Predation | Charleston News
State delegate and teacher Elliott Pritt is facing federal charges for allegedly grooming and sexually exploiting a 15-year-old girl through online platforms like Roblox and Snapchat, leading to his arrest, suspension from teaching, and mounting calls for resignation — all while a new law complicates his potential replacement on the ballot. This case echoes recent high-profile online safety failures, including West Virginia’s $11 million Roblox settlement, underscoring the urgent need to protect minors in digital spaces. With a preliminary hearing set for Monday and the victim’s family having…
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