30.01.2026 13:20
A young man, who allegedly had a relationship with his teacher at the age of 13 in New Jersey, USA, claimed that he initiated the relationship and requested the sexual assault charges against the teacher to be dropped.
In a highly publicized sexual abuse case in New Jersey, USA, the young victim, who claims to have become pregnant as a result of a sexual relationship with her teacher, made a striking defense statement. Now around 19-20 years old, the young woman does not want her teacher, Laura Caron, to be prosecuted and is requesting the charges to be dropped, asserting that she initiated the relationship.
"I STARTED THIS"
The young victim argues that Caron should not be blamed. Her statement, described with phrases like, "I started this. If it were up to me, she wouldn't go to jail," has sparked serious debates in society and legal circles.
AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT CHARGES
Caron has been charged by the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office with aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and endangering the welfare of a child. Court documents allege that Caron developed a close relationship with the victim and her siblings, and that the student stayed at her home from the age of 11, with the relationship process spanning those years.
THE TRUTH CAME OUT WHEN THE CHILD WAS SHARED
The incident came to light when the victim's father shared the surprising resemblance between his son and Caron's child on social media. Following this post, the prosecutor's office launched an investigation, and the young man confirmed in court that he is the father of Caron's child.
According to New Jersey laws, sexual relations with individuals under the age of 16 are prohibited under all circumstances, and adults engaging in such relationships are considered to have committed a crime. Experts point out that the victim's defense in this regard is unlikely to be legally valid.