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U.S. Marshals Post Reward as Search Continues for Missing Virginia Coach Wanted on Child Sex Charges

His family urges him to return to face the allegations in court.

Overview

  • Turner, 46, is charged with five counts of possessing child sexual abuse material and five counts of using a computer to solicit a minor and is considered a fugitive.
  • He was last seen on Nov. 20 walking into the woods near his Appalachia home carrying a firearm, according to a family statement.
  • The U.S. Marshals, Virginia State Police and FBI are pursuing leads, with a reward of up to $5,000 and warnings he may be armed.
  • His wife reported him missing the next day and, through the family attorney, denies assisting in any escape and says the family has cooperated with searches.
  • Relatives say he left behind his car, keys, wallet, glasses or contacts, and daily medications, and Union High has placed him on leave and removed his staff profile.