Delaware State Police have charged 23-year-old Emily Pryor Albino of Seaford with four counts of first-degree sexual abuse of a child by a person of trust and sexual solicitation of a child using electronic devices. The charges stem from an investigation into alleged abuse of two teenage dance students at X-Treme Dance Studio in Laurel, Delaware.
Albino was arraigned on August 4 and committed to the Department of Correction on a $110,000 cash bond, according to a Delaware State Police press release. Authorities stated they began investigating after learning of the alleged abuse, which included exchanges of sexually explicit messages with the victims. Detectives have indicated they believe there may be additional unidentified victims.
The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit is continuing the investigation in conjunction with the Division of Family Services. Authorities have requested that anyone with information contact investigators.
Background and Charges
The investigation began on August 4, when state police learned that Albino, a dance instructor at X-Treme Dance Studio, had allegedly sexually abused two teens who attended the studio. The charges include felony sexual solicitation of a child via computer, cellphone, or other electronic device, as well as multiple counts of sexual abuse by a person in a position of trust. Albino’s next court appearance has not been publicly scheduled as of the latest update.
Community and Institutional Response
X-Treme Dance Studio has not publicly commented on the allegations. Delaware State Police have urged anyone with information—whether as a victim or witness—to come forward. The case remains under active investigation, and authorities have not provided further details about the timeline of events or the identities of the alleged victims.
Legal and Procedural Context
Under Delaware law, first-degree sexual abuse of a child by a person in a position of trust is a felony offense that carries significant penalties upon conviction. The charges reflect allegations that Albino exploited her role as a trusted adult to engage in sexual misconduct with minors under her instruction. The case is being handled by state and local law enforcement in coordination with child protection agencies.