‘It was pure accident’ – Teacher breaks silence after leaked viral video with 16-year-old boy

Cindy, the teacher at the center of a viral video involving a 16-year-old student, has released an official statement denying any intentional wrongdoing.

In her statement, she said she had been “wrongly detained” and demanded immediate release. She described the incident as an accident and emphasized that her intention was solely to tutor the student in mathematics, a subject he had been struggling with.

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Cindy, who highlighted her over 10 years of experience as a teacher, expressed shock at the public backlash and noted that many women had judged her before knowing the full circumstances. She also thanked those who had offered her support during the ordeal.

She reiterated that the situation “was purely an accident” and urged the public to understand that her actions were not deliberate.

A viral video from Zimbabwe showing a 33-year-old female teacher allegedly involved in a incident with a 16-year-old student has sparked widespread outrage and debate online.

The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, has drawn criticism from many who argue that the incident should be recognized as statutory rape under the law, regardless of public discourse about the student’s performance or academics.

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Advocates and commentators have expressed frustration that some adults appear more concerned with the student’s academic situation than with holding the teacher accountable for her alleged actions. Many online users are calling for the case to be treated with the same seriousness as similar cases involving male perpetrators.

Authorities confirmed that the teacher has been arrested and is currently under investigation. Child protection groups are urging law enforcement and the judiciary to ensure the case follows due legal process, emphasizing the importance of upholding justice and protecting minors.

The incident has reignited conversations about teacher-student boundaries, misconduct in schools, and the need for stronger safeguards for children in educational environments.

Cindy, the teacher at the center of a viral video involving a 16-year-old student, has released an official statement denying any intentional wrongdoing.

In her statement, she said she had been “wrongly detained” and demanded immediate release. She described the incident as an accident and emphasized that her intention was solely to tutor the student in mathematics, a subject he had been struggling with.