Former Calera Intermediate Teacher Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

Birmingham, AL, October 7, 2026 —

Justin Daniel MacMahon-Sessions, identified as a former teacher at Calera Intermediate School, has been arrested by the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. The arrest follows an investigation into allegations concerning child sexual abuse material.

According to official statements, MacMahon-Sessions faces 16 counts of possession with intent to disseminate child sexual abuse material. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office initiated an investigation that led to the charges and subsequent arrest of the former educator.

Details regarding the timeline of the investigation, including when it began or how long it lasted, were not immediately available. The specific nature of the evidence gathered during the investigation has also not been publicly disclosed.

The charges indicate that MacMahon-Sessions is accused of possessing material related to child sexual abuse with the intent to distribute it. This is a serious offense with significant legal ramifications.

Information concerning MacMahon-Sessions’s employment status at Calera Intermediate prior to the arrest, such as the date he was employed or the date his employment concluded, was not provided. The school district’s response or statement regarding the incident was also not detailed in the information available.

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office has not released further details concerning the arrest or the ongoing investigation at this time. The contractor’s name or any associated entities involved in the investigation were not specified. The fine amount or any potential penalties associated with the charges are also pending legal proceedings.

Further developments in this case are expected as the legal process unfolds.

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