West Virginia Delegate Charged With Soliciting Minor Online
David Elliott Pritt faces federal charges while serving as a teacher and state lawmaker.
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West Virginia Republican Delegate David Elliott Pritt has been charged with sexual assault. The charges involve allegations of online contact with a minor.
Pritt faces federal charges of seducing a 15-year-old girl. The alleged victim in the case is identified as a 15-year-old girl.
Allegations of Online Grooming
Authorities allege that Pritt began grooming the underage girl online in 2024. The investigation points to the use of digital platforms for these interactions.
Pritt allegedly used Snapchat to engage with a teenage student. He also allegedly used the gaming platform Roblox to engage with a minor.
Professional Roles and Political Response
Pritt works as a teacher. He is also described as a married father of four.
The House Speaker has called on Pritt to resign. A lawmaker has asked the governor of West Virginia for a special session to deal with Pritt's seat.
Updates
New allegations indicate that David Elliott Pritt allegedly engaged in sexual acts while on the premises of Oak Hill High School. This development expands the scope of the accusations beyond the federal charges related to soliciting a minor online.
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Sources
- — Republican delegate charged with soliciting a minor on Roblox and Snapchat – and he’s a teacher (opens in a new window)
- — State legislator arrested on sex abuse charges with minor: Feds (opens in a new window)
- — House Speaker calls on GOP Del. Elliott Pritt to resign after arrest for soliciting 15-year-old girl (opens in a new window)