Overview

• Stephanie Demetrius, a 44-year-old substitute teacher in Columbus, Ohio, has been charged with felony conspiracy for allegedly soliciting a student to kill her estranged husband.
• Police say Demetrius approached the student on March 26, offering $2,000 for the act, and provided a $250 down payment along with details about her husband's schedule and home.
• Key evidence includes a recorded phone call between Demetrius and the student, where she reportedly confirmed the payment and discussed specifics of the plan.
• The Academy for Urban Scholars High School terminated Demetrius' employment, emphasizing its commitment to student safety and offering counseling to the student involved.
• Demetrius, released on a $150,000 bond, denies the charges and claims fabrication; her preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 11, 2025.