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Bardstown High School Teacher Arrested on Sexual Abuse and Electronic-Minor Exploitation Charges

Police launched an active investigation requesting tips through dedicated phone lines.

Overview

  • Bardstown Police said Mary “Hanna” Mattingly, 31, was arrested and charged with first-degree sexual abuse and procuring or promoting use of a minor by electronic means.
  • Investigators allege she had sexual contact with a Bardstown High School student and sent the student partially nude photos.
  • Mattingly is a teacher at Bardstown High School in Bardstown, Kentucky.
  • Police asked anyone with information to call 502-348-6811 or use the anonymous tip line at 502-348-4328.
  • Authorities have withheld further details, including the student’s identity and any court schedule, to protect the minor’s privacy as the case develops.