New Charge Issued Against Ex-Celina ISD Coach Caleb Elliot Amidst Lawsuit

New Charges and Ongoing Investigation

• 📌 Caleb Elliot, a former coach at Salina ISD, has been arrested on a new charge: sexual performance of a child.
• ⚠️ This new charge is in addition to previous arrests for possession of child pornography and invasive visual recording.
• ⚡ Authorities anticipate that more victims may come forward.

Lawsuit Details and Allegations

• ⚖️ An attorney representing families involved states that the arrest warrant is a direct result of a lawsuit filed against Elliot and Salina ISD.
• 🎯 The lawsuit, initially filed by three families, now includes 12 victims who are described as "untouched victims of sex crimes."
• 😥 Plaintiffs report significant distress, including difficulty sleeping, impacts on school and athletic participation, and avoidance of public changing facilities.

District Knowledge and Actions

• 📢 The lawsuit claims the school district was aware of an inappropriate relationship between Elliot and a student during the 2022-2023 school year.
• 🏫 Instead of termination, the lawsuit alleges the district transferred Elliot to the middle school.
• 🏀 The basketball team's practice times and shared locker room are noted as a point of connection, though the lawsuit focuses on the alleged relationship with a student.