Virginia police announced Tuesday that a missing high school coach is wanted for 10 counts of various criminal charges, including child pornography and soliciting a minor.
Police are actively searching for Travis Turner, 46, after he disappeared last week. Authorities were heading toward his residence in Appalachia, Virginia, on Thursday as part of an ongoing investigation, not to arrest him, but learned on their way that he was no longer there.
The football coach for Union High School is wanted for five counts of possession of child pornography and five counts of using a computer to solicit a minor. Police obtained the warrant for these charges on Monday, and Turner is now considered a fugitive.
Virginia State Police are employing numerous resources to locate Turner, ranging from K9 dogs, drones, and search and rescue teams. The state police’s priority is locating the fugitive safely.
Turner was last seen on Thursday wearing a gray sweatshirt, sweatpants, and glasses. Anyone with information on his whereabouts can contact 276-484-9483 or email [email protected].
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Wise County school district said it suspended a teacher with pay, but wouldn’t confirm if this was Turner. The Union Bears, the school’s football team, won its 12th straight win on Saturday, advancing the team to regional championships, according to WCYB 5.
As of Tuesday afternoon, Union High School has limited comments on its Facebook.
The Washington Examiner contacted Virginia State Police for comment.
