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Missing Coach Vanishes With Gun Amid Child Porn Charges
2 Dec
Summary
- Coach last seen walking into woods with a gun on November 20.
- Ten warrants issued for possession of child pornography charges.
- Undefeated team plays on as coach remains missing.
Travis Turner, the respected head coach of the undefeated Union High School football team in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, has been missing since November 20. His family reported he was last seen walking into the woods with a firearm. This disappearance occurred shortly before warrants were issued for Turner's arrest on ten charges, including possession of child pornography and using a computer to solicit a minor.
Despite his absence, Turner's undefeated team has continued its playoff run, advancing to the state semifinals. Meanwhile, Virginia State Police have deployed search and rescue teams, drones, and K9 units to locate the missing coach, offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. He is described as over 6 feet tall, weighing about 260 lbs, with brown hair and eyes.
The school district confirmed a staff member matching Turner's description has been placed on administrative leave, is not permitted on school property, and cannot have contact with students. The investigation remains active as law enforcement prioritizes Turner's safe recovery while pursuing the child pornography charges.
