UPDATE: Authorities in Virginia are urgently searching for Travis Turner, the missing head coach of the undefeated Union High School Bears, who is wanted on serious charges related to child pornography. The Virginia State Police confirmed today that Turner, aged 46, faces five counts of possession of child pornography and five counts of using a computer to solicit a minor.
Turner vanished on Thursday, just days before his team was set to compete in a crucial playoff game. The Bears triumphed in his absence this past weekend, defeating the Graham High School G-Men by a score of 12-0, securing their spot in the Class 2 playoffs. They are now scheduled to face Ridgeview in the region finals on Saturday afternoon.
The situation escalated when police revealed on Monday that they were seeking to interview Turner as part of their investigation. VSP spokesperson Matthew Demlien emphasized that the police visit last week was not intended for an arrest. The mystery surrounding his disappearance is intensifying as authorities attempt to locate him for questioning.
Union High School, located in the far southwest corner of Virginia, serves nearly 660 students and is situated about 170 miles west of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. The community is now grappling with the shocking allegations against their coach, whose leadership has propelled the team to an impressive 12-0 record this season.
This is a developing story. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding Turner’s whereabouts to come forward immediately. Stay tuned for updates as this situation unfolds.
