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Former Magoffin teacher sentenced on child exploitation charge
ASHLAND, Ky. — A former Magoffin County teacher has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for enticing a student to engage in sexual activity.
Jason Back, 44, of Salyersville, pleaded guilty to a federal charge of online enticement back in January. In doing so, he admitted to texting a 17-year-old girl in March of 2023, sending her sexually explicit messages and making plans for him to pick her up to have sex in his car.
The charge carries a sentence of anywhere between 10 years and life in prison. Prior to pronouncing his sentence, U.S. District Judge David Bunning overruled objections by Back’s attorney to findings in the pre-sentence investigation report that his sentence should be enhanced due to his position as an authority figure over the student. He then sentenced him to 204 months in prison.
“Teachers are entrusted with the safety and well-being of their students, and that trust must never be exploited,” First Assistant U.S. Attorney Jason Parman said. “When an adult in a position of authority uses that trust to target or entice a child for sexual purposes, the consequences are serious. We will continue to hold accountable those who prey upon children and abuse positions of trust.”
Back is also charged with two counts of third-degree rape, one count of sodomy and two counts of procuring a minor by electronic means in Magoffin Circuit Court. A pretrial conference in that case is set for August 20.
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Golden Eagles Open Season With 4-3 Win Over Jackson City
Soccer season kicked off around the state Monday, and the Johnson Central Golden Eagles started the season strong with a 4-3 win over Jackson City High School.
Ty Wilson led the effort for the Golden Eagles, scoring all four goals. Jackson Evans added two assists, while Gavin Webb chipped in one.
Goalkeeper Gage Ashley had a busy night in net, making 10 saves while allowing three goals.
The Golden Eagles move to 1-0 on the season, while Jackson City falls to 0-1.
Johnson Central will be back in action Thursday, Aug. 13, at 6:30 p.m. when the Golden Eagles host Ashland Blazer.
In other area boys soccer action, Pike Central beat Belfry 3-2, while Prestonsburg blanked Letcher Central 8-0.
In girls soccer action, Johnson Central beat Fleming County 9-1, while Letcher Central slipped past Prestonsburg 1-0.
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