Former Ripley High School Official Arrested on Felony Charges
In Ripley, West Virginia, a mother shared her feelings of betrayal, fear, and frustration after the arrest of Steven Lough, a former teacher, athletic director, and trainer at Ripley High School, who faces four felony charges stemming from allegations involving…
Charleston Huntington, WV, November 9, 2026 —
In Ripley, West Virginia, a former teacher, athletic director, and trainer at Ripley High School, identified as Steven Lough, has been arrested and faces four felony charges. The allegations stem from incidents involving a 16-year-old individual.
The arrest has elicited strong emotional responses from a mother associated with the situation, who reportedly shared feelings of betrayal, fear, and frustration. Details regarding the specific nature of the allegations or the timeline of events were not provided in the summary.
Steven Lough’s former roles at Ripley High School included positions as a teacher, athletic director, and trainer, indicating a significant presence within the school’s educational and extracurricular programs. The summary does not specify when Lough held these positions or when his employment with the school concluded.
The charges against Lough are classified as felonies. The exact nature of these charges and the specific statutes they pertain to were not detailed in the provided information. The legal process following the arrest is ongoing, with further developments anticipated as the case progresses through the judicial system.
Information regarding the alleged victim, the extent of the alleged involvement, or any potential impact on other students or school staff was not included in the summary. The mother’s statement highlighted her personal distress following Lough’s arrest. The specific circumstances that led to the arrest and the subsequent disclosure of the charges remain subjects that require further clarification. The summary did not provide information on when the arrest took place or what actions, if any, have been taken by the school district in response to the charges.
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