On March 18, something shocking unfolded at Wilson Elementary School in Phoenix. Curt Hinton, a 52-year-old sixth-grade teacher, allegedly decided to urinate into a can right at his desk. Shockingly, in full view of his students.

The kids, hearing what sounded like water trickling, soon realized their teacher was relieving himself instead of stepping out to use the restroom. Several of them, disturbed, rushed to the principal to report. The students explained that they’d seen his exposed genitalia as his desk offered no barrier to hide the act.

When police confronted him, Curt Hinton didn’t deny using the can, per Arizona Family. He admitted to using the can but insisted he’d covered himself with his hand, thinking no one could see. His excuse? He was new at the school and didn’t know how to get someone to watch his class for a quick bathroom trip.

Instead, he claimed he fell back on an old military habit from when he couldn’t leave his post. Authorities weren’t convinced—this landed him four counts of indecent exposure.

The school acted quickly, putting Curt Hinton on leave and stripping him of all duties after his arrest. The district kept personnel details tight-lipped, saying, “We’re working with Phoenix police on this. “

News outlets like Arizona Family and Fox 10 broke the story, spotlighting the bizarre incident that’s left parents and students reeling. The investigation continues as the school navigates the fallout.

#Clique, what are your thoughts?