first-degree sexual assault
Coverage of first-degree sexual assault in the Nexus archive.
- Band teacher accused of sexually assaulting student for 3 years during private music lessons
Nathaniel Acton, a former band teacher at Centennial Public Schools, is accused of sexually assaulting a teenage student over three years during private music lessons. He resigned in June 2024 and was later arrested after the victim's mother reported the abuse, leading to charges including first-degree sexual assault and child enticement.
- Band teacher accused of sexually assaulting student for 3 years during private music lessons
A band teacher, Nathaniel Acton, is accused of sexually assaulting a student over three years during private music lessons. He was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including first-degree sexual assault and child abuse material, after the victim's mother reported the abuse to authorities. Centennial Public Schools and Bruning-Davenport Unified School District, where Acton worked, are involved in the case.
- "Master yachtsman" fugitive captured on boat after 21 years on the run
Ronald L. Fischer, a fugitive featured on 'America's Most Wanted,' was captured after 21 years on the run. He fled Rhode Island during his criminal trial for first-degree sexual assault in 2005.
- Texas jury considers sentence for Catholic priest convicted of sexual assault
A Texas jury is deliberating the sentence for Anthony Odiong, a 57-year-old Roman Catholic priest convicted of first- and second-degree sexual assault charges. He faces potential sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment.
- Texas jury to consider sentence for Catholic priest convicted of sexual assault
Anthony Odiong, a 57-year-old Catholic priest, was convicted of first- and second-degree sexual assault and faces sentencing. A Texas jury will determine his sentence, which could include life imprisonment for the first-degree charge.