Overview

• Michael Droese, former WWE wrestler, was indicted by a Warren County grand jury for attempted aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor.
• Authorities allege Droese tried to purchase child pornography on the dark web using a Coinbase account, which flagged the transaction and alerted the FBI.
• The FBI's March 29 tip led to a Tennessee Bureau of Investigation probe, resulting in Droese's indictment and arrest.
• Droese surrendered peacefully, posted a $10,000 bond, and is scheduled for a court hearing on May 28.
• At the time of his indictment, Droese was employed as a DUI Coordinator in Tennessee's judicial recovery program but was terminated immediately.