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Fayette County man facing sexual abuse charges

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — A Fayette County man was arrested Friday on charges related to the sexual abuse of several minors.

Police said John Krise, 26, of Fayetteville, exchanged sexually explicit messages with several boys under the age of 14. Krise is a volunteer coach for a local Little League baseball organization.John Hunter Krise

Police said the relationships did not appear to have progressed to the point where there was any physical abuse.

Krise’s bail was set at $250,000. Sheriff’s deputies are continuing their investigation.





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