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Ex-Orlando School Employee Gets 14 Years in Prison for Enticing 13-Year-Old Student

Ex-employee Foy got 14 years for enticing a student. He used his phone and arranged meetings.

August 28, 2025, 4:13 PM

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Executive Summary

Terrell Myron Foy was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for the attempted enticement of a 13-year-old student.

Foy, a former Orlando middle school employee, pleaded guilty on April 24, 2025, to developing a romantic relationship and attempting to entice the student into sexual activity.

The investigation by OPD and FBI uncovered hundreds of illicit messages, gifts, arranged meetings, and Foy’s attempts to instruct the student to avoid law enforcement.

Laws and Precedent

Terrell Myron Foy, a 33-year-old former employee of an Orlando middle school, was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison on Thursday for the attempted enticement of a 13-year-old student to engage in sexual activity. U.S. District Judge Paul G. Byron handed down the sentence, which also includes the forfeiture of Foy’s cellphone, following his guilty plea on April 24, 2025.

Case Background

Court documents reveal that Foy, a resident of Winter Park, developed a romantic relationship with a 13-year-old student from the Orlando middle school where he was employed, beginning in December 2023. The illicit communications and activities prompted an investigation by law enforcement.

In January 2024, the Orlando Police Department (OPD) initiated an investigation after receiving a “Speak Out” complaint detailing Foy’s communications with the student. This complaint quickly escalated into a joint effort with federal authorities.

Investigation Details

The investigation, conducted by the Orlando Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, secured warrants for Foy’s home, cellphone, and multiple social media accounts. These accounts were actively used by both Foy and the student, providing crucial evidence.

Investigators uncovered hundreds of messages exchanged between Foy and the student, which explicitly showed Foy attempting to entice the minor into sexual activity. Evidence also revealed that Foy purchased gifts for the student and arranged various meetings both on and off school grounds.

Furthermore, messages were discovered in which Foy instructed the student to avoid speaking with law enforcement, indicating an attempt to obstruct justice. The court’s order for Foy to forfeit his cellphone underscores its direct involvement as a primary tool in the charged conduct.

Prosecution and Sentencing

Assistant United States Attorney Michael Sartoian prosecuted the case, leading to Foy’s guilty plea earlier this year. The 14-year prison sentence reflects the severity of the charges and the court’s commitment to protecting minors from exploitation.

This sentencing highlights the diligent efforts of law enforcement agencies to identify and prosecute individuals who attempt to exploit children, sending a strong message about the consequences of such crimes.