Austin FC academy players under investigation by police and FBI for allegations of youth-on-youth sexual abuse
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Austin FC reported allegations to local law enforcementMultiple sources confirm the ongoing inquiriesMajor League Soccer club Austin FC is under investigation by the Austin police department and the FBI for allegations relating to sexual abuse within the club’s academy. Multiple sources, speaking to the Guardian under the condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the investigation, said that the investigation is focused on interactions between academy players. An Austin FC club source said that multiple academy families reported the issues in question to the club.The Austin police department…
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