Former Broward teacher and football coach arrested for child solicitation

Colby Erskin accused of sending explicit photos to 15-year-old student

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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A former South Florida teacher and football coach, 39-year-old Colby Erskin, has been arrested and charged with soliciting a minor and transmitting harmful material. Erskin is accused of sending explicit photos to a 15-year-old student while he was teaching math at South Plantation High School.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of educators abusing their positions of trust and authority to exploit minors. It raises concerns about school districts' vetting processes and the need for stronger safeguards to protect students from predatory behavior by teachers and coaches.

The details

According to the victim's father, Yaniv Rosenberg, the inappropriate messages from Erskin started with offers to help with homework before escalating to sexual content and explicit photos. Erskin left Broward County Schools and took a head football coaching position at a school near Orlando, where he was later dismissed after his arrest.

  • Erskin taught the victim's math class at South Plantation High School.
  • Erskin was arrested on February 8, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.

The players

Colby Erskin

A 39-year-old former teacher and football coach who has been arrested and charged with soliciting a minor and transmitting harmful material.

Yaniv Rosenberg

The father of the 15-year-old victim who received the explicit photos from Erskin.

Broward County Public Schools

The school district where Erskin previously worked as a teacher and coach.

Lake County School District

The school district where Erskin was employed as a head football coach before being dismissed following his arrest.

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What they’re saying

“And I just, I lost it. First he started by saying 'Hey, let me help with with your homework' to sexual stuff, then he started sending nudes and stuff like that.”

— Yaniv Rosenberg, Father of the victim (WSVN)

“We all know there are monsters out there, you just don't think they're in your circle.”

— Yaniv Rosenberg, Father of the victim (WSVN)

What’s next

Erskin is currently in custody and facing charges of soliciting a minor and transmitting harmful material. The case will proceed through the criminal justice system, and the school districts involved will likely review their policies and procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of vigilance and robust safeguards within school systems to protect students from predatory behavior by educators. It highlights the need for comprehensive background checks, ongoing monitoring, and clear reporting protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.