Sally Ann Bowen accused of inappropriate teacher-student relationship

Sally Ann Bowen, a former chemistry teacher, is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with schoolboys in the 1980s. The allegations involve her interactions with a student named Gareth, who was 13 at the time. Gareth recalls a peculiar exchange on a school bus where Bowen encouraged him to make a crude joke about their perfume. This marked the beginning of their interactions, which included sitting together on the bus and discussing personal topics. As their relationship developed, Bowen and Gareth frequently talked about their lives, including discussions about other teachers. The case has drawn attention due to the nature of the allegations against Bowen.