British gym teacher, 30, accused of having sex with student
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- Bronwen James, a 30-year-old British gym teacher, is on trial for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student while watching Wimbledon.
- Prosecutors claim James engaged in a "sexually charged relationship," secretly messaging the student on Snapchat and insisting he call her "Miss" during their encounters.
- The relationship reportedly began after James allowed students to use mobile phones during lessons, leading to flirtatious messages and meetings outside school.
- The alleged abuse took place while James worked at Bitterne Park School in Southampton, with the student describing the relationship as grooming.
- James denies the allegations and has submitted a prepared statement in her defense.
