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Virginia Coach Missing Amid Sexting Allegations with Student

3/4/2026

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Travis Turner, a 46-year-old Virginia football coach, is missing amid allegations he sexted photos to a 16-year-old student.
The girl's family says Turner sent messages over three months before his disappearance on November 20, 2025, as police prepared to question him.
The family criticizes the Wise County school district for mishandling the case and implying Turner might be a victim.
The alleged victim reportedly suffers from depression and bullying.

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Travis Turner, a 46-year-old Virginia football coach, is missing amid allegations he sexted photos to a 16-year-old student.
The girl's family says Turner sent messages over three months before his disappearance on November 20, 2025, as police prepared to question him.
The family criticizes the Wise County school district for mishandling the case and implying Turner might be a victim.
The alleged victim reportedly suffers from depression and bullying.