Former Teacher Faces Multiple Charges of Sexual Assault Against Minors

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Brittany Fortinberry, a 31-year-old former teacher at Eminence High School in Martinsville, Indiana, is facing escalating charges after multiple teenage boys came forward with allegations of sexual abuse. Initially charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old and communicating explicit content to other students, Fortinberry is now accused by at least ten boys of engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct, including "group sex" (WXIN).

Reports indicate that some victims, as young as 13, are claiming Fortinberry provided them with drugs and paid for explicit photographs, with sums reportedly reaching $800. One victim recounted being pressured into various sexual activities, including being forced to wear a Ghostface mask. He also stated that Fortinberry manipulated them into consuming mushrooms and alcohol, making their recollections of events difficult (WRTV).

Following the initial allegations in August 2024, Fortinberry was suspended from her teaching position. In a statement following her arrest, she expressed regretting having lost weight, suggesting that it might have influenced her actions in the past. The investigation into the case is ongoing as authorities seek to gather more evidence (Dailymail).

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