High School Coach Arrested in Major Mid-State Prostitution Sting Alongside Two Others
On Wednesday, a major undercover operation in Nashville led to the arrest of a high school football coach and two other men. The sting focused on uncovering individuals seeking illegal activities with minors.
Sting Operation Details
Law enforcement officers employed adult escort websites to target potential offenders. They posed as minors to engage suspects in conversations leading to the arrests.
High School Coach Arrested
Herman (Jay) Graham III, a coach at Centennial High School, was charged with attempting to engage in illicit activities with a minor. The 50-year-old allegedly responded to an online ad and agreed on a sum of $120, believing he was meeting a 16-year-old. Graham was apprehended after arriving at the designated hotel room and handing the money to an undercover officer.
Additional Arrests
| Name | Age | Details | Bond |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Barnack | 46 | Agreed to pay $1,000 for a night with two undercover officers, posing as minors. | $45,000 |
| Anthony Proctor | 20 | Offered $50 for a brief encounter with an undercover officer posed as a 16-year-old. | $41,000 |
Community Reaction
Williamson County Schools, where Graham worked, have been contacted for comments regarding his arrest, and a response is awaited. The community remains on high alert following these revelations.
The operation was a collaboration with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, aiming to curb the solicitation of minors in the region.
