Slain teacher's family sues town, school system, cleaners

(AP) — The family of a high school teacher who was raped and killed by a 14-year-old student filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the town where she died, the school system and a cleaning company whose workers washed away potential evidence.

Philip Chism was convicted in December of aggravated rape, robbery and murder, and was later sentenced to life in prison with eligibility for parole in 40 years.

Surveillance video played for jurors during Chism's trial showed Chism following Ritzer into a school bathroom after pulling the hood of his sweatshirt over his head and putting on gloves.