A serious child abuse case has shocked the community of Nacogdoches, Texas, as a local teacher and her husband have been arrested in connection with disturbing charges. The case began when a child bravely spoke up during a forensic interview, leading to investigations and arrests that have caught public attention.
The accused, Camille Floyd Lanier, a teacher at Brooks-Quinn-Jones Elementary, and her husband, Nikolai Alexi Lanier, are now both facing serious criminal charges.
Child’s Statement Leads to Major Arrests
On March 28, 2025, the Nacogdoches Sheriff’s Office was alerted after a child revealed painful details during an interview at Harold’s House, a center that supports child victims of abuse. According to reports by the Daily Sentinel, the child said they were sexually assaulted multiple times in 2021 by Nikolai Lanier, who is now 44 years old.
This information launched a detailed investigation, uncovering that Camille Lanier, 46, was made aware of the abuse in December 2024 but failed to report it to authorities.
Charges Filed Against Camille and Nikolai Lanier
Camille Lanier was arrested on March 31, 2025, and charged with child endangerment. According to police records, when Camille confronted her husband about the abuse, he did not deny it. Despite knowing the truth, she did not take any steps to protect the child or inform the authorities. In Texas, this is a serious crime, especially for professionals like teachers who are legally required to report any suspected abuse or neglect.
Nikolai Lanier was arrested a few days later, on April 4, 2025, and is facing four counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child. He remains in jail, with a total bond of $400,000, or $100,000 for each count.
Timeline of Events
Here’s a brief look at how the case unfolded:
- 2021: Alleged assaults occurred when the victim was 11 years old
- December 2024: Camille Lanier became aware of the abuse
- March 28, 2025: Child revealed the abuse during a forensic interview
- March 31, 2025: Camille Lanier was arrested
- April 4, 2025: Nikolai Lanier was arrested
- May 2, 2025: Camille was placed on administrative leave by Nacogdoches ISD
What’s Next in the Case?
If convicted, Camille Lanier could face up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Meanwhile, her husband remains in jail as the legal process continues. Both individuals will have to go through court proceedings, and the final outcomes will depend on what the court decides.
The case has raised important questions about the responsibility of teachers and professionals to protect children and report any suspected abuse immediately.