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New Felony Charge Filed Against Ex-Celina Coach Caleb Elliott as Alleged Victims Reach 39

Three families have sued the district under a new Texas law as federal prosecutors pursue production charges.

Overview

  • Celina police added a sexual performance of a child charge, bringing their state case against Elliott to four counts.
  • Investigators say they identified 39 alleged victims after reviewing new evidence days after announcing their initial probe had concluded.
  • A federal grand jury indicted Elliott on eight counts tied to the production of child pornography, with the FBI leading the case under Project Safe Childhood.
  • A third civil lawsuit accuses Celina ISD of gross negligence and a cover-up, allegations the district denies in court filings that also assert immunity.
  • Texas Education Agency oversight and a third-party district review continue, and authorities say more witnesses or charges could still emerge as Elliott remains jailed in Collin County.