The victim's mother, Contessa Smith, is now speaking out after the alleged assault.

She said she received a call from the school telling her that her son was assaulted.

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Contessa currently works as a mental health technician. 

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Said, "My intent is to build a county that invests in what you CAN do. No more talking about equity while unemployment stays high.
It’s time for economic ownership."

Seeks to address homelessness through employment and stability.

Seeks to promote financial literacy and structured homeownership paths.

- Opposes raising taxes.
- Said, "My intent is to build a county that invests in what you CAN do. No more talking about equity while unemployment stays high.
It’s time for economic ownership."
- Seeks to address homelessness through employment and stability.
- Seeks to promote financial literacy and structured homeownership paths.

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Said, "Judicial fraud and injustices must stop and people should be accountable for their actions everywhere."

Wants to govern according to the North Carolina Constitution.

- Said, "Judicial fraud and injustices must stop and people should be accountable for their actions everywhere."
- Wants to govern according to the North Carolina Constitution.

Public Services

As of April 6, 2026, Contessa Smith did not have a website or any information online.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports faith-aligned mental health and recovery.

Supports law enforcement and wants to provide them with tools and training.

- Supports faith-aligned mental health and recovery.
- Supports law enforcement and wants to provide them with tools and training.

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Energy & the Environment

Contessa Smith

As of April 6, 2026, Contessa Smith’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Contessa previously ran for Forsyth County commissioner in 2026.

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