Austin FC academy under investigation by police and FBI for allegations of youth-on-youth sexual abuse
Summary
Austin FC’s youth soccer academy is being investigated by local police and the FBI over reports of sexual abuse between young players. The club and Major League Soccer have paused their own investigations to cooperate with law enforcement and have suspended activities for the affected age group.Key Facts
- The investigation focuses on alleged sexual abuse between academy players at Austin FC.
- Multiple families in the academy reported these issues to the club.
- Austin police confirmed the investigation is ongoing and involves juveniles.
- The FBI has conducted interviews at the club’s training facility.
- Austin FC suspended activities for the affected age group during the investigation.
- No staff members have been disciplined so far; some players have been disciplined.
- The club reported the allegations to MLS, the US Center for SafeSport, and local law enforcement immediately.
- The Austin FC academy has teams from under-13 to under-18 and recruits players nationally, offering education and living arrangements.
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