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Olympic Wrestler Kyle Snyder Arrested in Ohio Prostitution Sting

The 29-year-old gold medalist and recent professional wrestling signee faces legal proceedings after being charged with engaging in prostitution during a police operation.

FILE - United States' Kyle Snyder, right, celebrates after winning gold against Cuba's Arturo Silot, left, during the men's 97kg wrestling freestyle final bout at the Pan American Games Santiago, Chile, Nov. 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix, File)
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Overview

  • Kyle Snyder, a two-time Olympic medalist and former NCAA wrestling champion, was arrested on May 9 during an undercover prostitution sting in Columbus, Ohio.
  • Police confirmed Snyder responded to a fake online escort ad, met an undercover officer at a hotel, paid cash, and requested a sexual act before being arrested.
  • The Columbus Police Department's Police and Community Together (PACT) unit conducted the operation, which resulted in charges against Snyder and 15 other men.
  • Snyder, who was released at the scene, is scheduled to appear in court on May 19 to face the charge of engaging in prostitution.
  • The arrest comes shortly after Snyder signed with Hulk Hogan's Real American Freestyle wrestling league, marking a stark contrast to his decorated athletic career.