HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a teacher at Greco Middle School for committing numerous sexual offenses against a juvenile and for possession of child pornography.
On Friday, detectives arrested James Goff, 56, for his involvement in sexual acts against a juvenile victim that took place between May and November of 2023.
Detectives obtained a search warrant and found numerous images and videos of child pornography.
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“Not only did this man take advantage of a vulnerable juvenile, he shattered the trust our community put in him. It’s a betrayal that cuts deep, especially from someone in a position who is meant to nurture and protect,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Rest assured, Goff will pay the full price for his actions, facing the consequences he has earned.”
James Goff faces the following charges:
- 28 counts of Promotion of a Sexual Performance by a Child
- Eight counts of Possession of Child Pornography
- Six counts of Lewd or Lascivious Battery
- One count of Use of Computer Services or Devices to Solicit Certain Illegal Acts
- One count of Transmission of Material Harmful to Minor
- One count of Unlawful Use of Two-Way Communication Device
At this point in the investigation, detectives do not believe any students were victimized and the crimes were not committed on school property.
This is still an active investigation. Anyone with information on this case, or if someone believes they may have been a victim of James Goff, please call HCSO at 813-247-8200.
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