Maryland Jury Finds Former Teacher Not Guilty on Multiple Sexual Abuse Charges

A Prince George's County social studies teacher, Amir Johnson, was found not guilty on several charges related to sexual abuse of a minor, though the jury was deadlocked on one count, leading to a mistrial. Johnson, who taught at Parkdale High School, was indicted on multiple charges including sexual abuse and rape but was released on personal recognizance and ordered to stay away from the school and the victim. The State's Attorney's Office expressed disappointment in the verdict and plans to reevaluate the unresolved charge. Separately, in North Carolina, former teacher Stephen Bera pleaded guilty to 18 counts of felony secret peeping for recording students changing clothes in his classroom; he received a suspended sentence and probation and will face a hearing on whether he must register as a sex offender. These cases highlight ongoing legal actions against educators accused of sexual misconduct or inappropriate behavior with students, with authorities emphasizing the seriousness of such allegations and their commitment to child safety.