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BREAKING: Ex-HJISD coach indicted for human trafficking, former student is alleged victim
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points The charge is a 2nd degree felony, and if convicted, the former coach could face up to 20 years in prison. A former teacher and coach at Hardin-Jefferson High School has been indicted by a grand jury for Trafficking of Persons.
A former teacher and coach at Hardin-Jefferson High School has been indicted by a grand jury for Trafficking of Persons. The alleged victim is a former student. The charge is a 2nd degree felony, and if convicted, the former coach could face up to 20 years in prison.
The indictment was handed down by the Jefferson County grand jury. Further details about the case are available from the source. The indictment marks a significant development in the case, which involves a serious allegation against a former educator.
The outcome of the case will depend on the legal process, with the former coach facing a potential prison sentence if found guilty.
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Category: schools Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KFDM (CBS / Sinclair) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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