British PE teacher faces trial for alleged sexual abuse of 16-year-old student
Bronwen James, a 30-year-old physical education teacher at Bitterne Park School in Southampton, is on trial at Winchester Crown Court facing four charges of sexual activity with a 16-year-old male student. Prosecutors allege James exploited her position of trust by initiating a 'flirtatious' relationship via Snapchat, eventually leading to sexual intercourse at her home. The alleged abuse occurred while the pair watched Wimbledon, with prosecutors claiming James told the boy she 'loved him' and wanted to 'move away' together. James denies the accusations, claiming the allegations were fabricated by others. The jury was discharged on Wednesday, and a new jury will be sworn in on Thursday.