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Teacher Faces 6 New Felony Charges | Beaumont News
A former Hardin-Jefferson ISD teacher, Derek Bryan Peveto, now faces a staggering 12 felony charges across two counties — including trafficking, indecency with a child, and promoting child pornography — as investigations expand. Initially arrested in Jefferson County on seven counts, Peveto is now also being sought by Hardin County for six additional felonies, including one first-degree and five second-degree sexual assault charges. Though still unconvicted, the allegations are severe, and legal proceedings are underway as the education district confirms he was employed during the 2025-2026…
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