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An investigation has been initiated by local police regarding allegations of sexual assault involving members of the Harford Tech High School football team. As a result, all junior varsity and varsity football games against Elkton High School have been canceled. The school’s administration, alongside local authorities, is taking the situation seriously and is urging community members to contribute any information related to the case. The investigation is ongoing, with updates expected as more information becomes available, underscoring the commitment to student welfare and due process.
Bel Air, Maryland — An investigation has been initiated by local police regarding an alleged sexual assault involving members of the Harford Tech High School football team. This serious matter has led to the cancellation of junior varsity and varsity football games scheduled against Elkton High School on September 11.
The Harford County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that they are aware of the situation and are actively investigating the matter. Specific details about the alleged incident have not been disclosed, but it involves accusations related to sexual assault that reportedly concern some football team members.
In light of the investigation, Principal Erin Mock of Harford Technical High School announced that the decision to cancel all football events for the junior varsity and varsity teams for the rest of the week was made. The school’s administration is taking the investigation seriously, as conveyed in messages sent to parents and guardians following the news of the allegations.
Notifications about the game cancellations were communicated to parents via email, phone calls, and text messages on September 9 and 10. Following the cancellations, Elkton High School affirmed that there are no current plans to reschedule the games. It remains uncertain whether Harford Tech will resume play the following week.
An official from Cecil County Public Schools indicated that the cancellations of the football matches will lead to forfeit victories for Elkton’s football programs, thereby affecting their standing this season.
The school is cooperating fully with several entities, including the Title IX office of Harford County Public Schools, local law enforcement, and Child Protective Services, to ensure a thorough investigation. This underscores the seriousness with which the administration and local authorities are treating the situation and the welfare of all students involved.
In a proactive approach to gathering information relevant to the investigation, Principal Mock has urged community members with any relevant details, such as messages, images, or videos, to report them directly to the school. This request highlights the importance of maintaining integrity in the investigation process and discourages the spread of unofficial information that could compromise the case.
Background on the football team’s activities shows that Harford Tech High School has a robust athletic program, and the scheduled games against Elkton were anticipated by players, parents, and fans alike. The suspension of these events represents a significant adjustment not only to the teams but to the community surrounding the high school sports culture in the region.
The investigation is ongoing, and updates on the situation may emerge as more information becomes available. Authorities are keen on ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students while also adhering to due process regarding the allegations being investigated.
As this incident continues to unfold, the Harford Tech High School administration is expected to keep parents, students, and the broader community informed about any developments, including decisions related to the team’s future activities and the investigation’s progress.
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- Baltimore Sun: Bel Air Costco Traffic Study
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- USA Today HSS: Baltimore Football Coach Investigation
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