A prominent wheelchair rugby player is facing serious allegations following claims made to students at a Welsh school. Scott John Trigg-Turner, representing both Wales and the Wigan Warriors, stands accused of making disturbing statements about his past.
The Education Workforce Council (EWC) Wales panel heard testimony alleging Trigg-Turner boasted of killing “in excess of 250 people” while claiming to have served as a sniper. These claims were reportedly made during a classroom discussion with students at Basseleg School in November 2023.
Teacher Ms. Davies testified that Trigg-Turner initially told her he was a veteran of the US Marines, then repeated this assertion to the class. He allegedly stated he still possessed a firearm at his Cardiff home, identifying himself by the chilling code name “Kill Switch.”
When a student directly asked if he had ever shot someone, Trigg-Turner reportedly answered affirmatively. He then clarified, according to Ms. Davies, that any such actions were carried out under military orders, and therefore not murder.
However, during a subsequent school investigation, Trigg-Turner reportedly denied owning a gun or making any such statements. He claimed his comments about military service referred to family members and that his words had been misinterpreted.
An officer relayed Trigg-Turner’s explanation, stating he “may not have got his words across properly.” In an email to the hearing, Trigg-Turner insisted on his transparency and adherence to professional boundaries, expressing feelings of being unfairly targeted.
Beyond the sniper claims, the EWC panel also heard concerns about Trigg-Turner’s professional conduct. Allegations included frequent tardiness and leaving class early without permission, raising questions about his commitment to the school.
Further concerns were raised regarding favoritism towards female students, including instances of unnecessary physical proximity and alleged interference with exam answers. These actions contributed to a pattern of questionable behavior during his time at the school.
The allegations span Trigg-Turner’s employment, beginning with supply work in January 2023 and continuing after he secured a position at the school in September 2023. Inconsistencies were also noted in his explanations regarding the cause of his disability.
Ms. Davies testified that Trigg-Turner initially described becoming a wheelchair user after being struck by a bus during a bicycle accident in Cardiff when he was 18 or 19 years old. This account, however, was not consistently presented.
Following the hearing, the EWC panel ruled that Trigg-Turner is prohibited from applying for reinstatement to teaching positions for the next two years. He retains the right to appeal this decision to the High Court.
