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Former Harmony High School teacher accused of trying to lure child for sex

Marcus Chen

Managing Editor · Friday, July 31, 2026 at 10:50 PM

Former Harmony High School teacher accused of trying to lure child for sex — WESH 2 Orlando, Lake Mary Schools news — Image: WESH 2 Orlando

Hayden Anthis is facing felony charges after he was caught chatting online and trying to lure a 14-year-old for sex, according to his arrest affidavit. He was actually talking with a St. Cloud police detective who works with the Internet Crimes Against Children unit.

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