Celina Police Department Press Conference: Investigation into Ex-Teacher William Caleb Elliott

Investigation Update on William Caleb Elliott

• 👮 The Celina Police Department has concluded the active phase of its criminal investigation into former Celina ISD teacher and coach, William Caleb Elliott.
• 🤝 The investigation involved extensive collaboration with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, U.S. Attorney's Office, and Texas Attorney General's Office.
• 👥 Dozens of witnesses were interviewed, and numerous search warrants were executed for digital records and social media data.

Criminal Charges and Victims

• 📸 The investigation began on October 3rd, 2025, with Elliott's arrest and charge for invasive visual recording.
• 🔞 Additional charges followed, including possession or promotion of child pornography and sexual performance of a child.
• 💔 A total of 38 victims were identified in the digital data obtained from Elliott's electronic devices.
• ⚖️ Elliott was indicted on federal charges and his case has been referred to the Collin County District Attorney's Office for state charges.

Civil vs. Criminal Proceedings

• 🏛️ The police department clarified the distinction between the criminal investigation and potential civil processes, noting that new evidence may emerge in civil cases.
• ⚠️ The criminal investigation remains open to new information, and additional charges could be filed if new evidence arises.

Allegations and Findings

• 🚫 Investigations found no evidence to substantiate claims of cameras being placed in the locker room or a related email circulating from the district.
• 💔 Law enforcement could not substantiate any criminal activity related to an alleged romantic partner, despite being denied an interview by the partner's attorney.
• 🗓️ The criminal allegations against Elliott are centered on activities in the spring and fall of 2025, specifically related to taking photographs in the locker room.
• 👨‍🏫 Regarding personnel matters, the Celina ISD would address any administrative actions, as the criminal investigation found no correlation between changes in Elliott's assignments and criminal activity.

Community and Future Steps

• 📢 The press conference aimed to inform the public about the investigation's progress and reassure the community.
• 🤝 Resources and support remain available for victims and their families through the Collin County Children's Advocacy Center and other organizations.
• 🔍 The department will continue to cooperate with prosecutors and will pursue any new criminal leads that emerge from ongoing legal proceedings, such as depositions.