Ohio University wrestling staff placed on leave following allegations of assault

ATHENS — Ohio University Police are looking into allegations that two student-athletes were physically assaulted during a practice.

On Friday, the university announced that the wrestling coaching staff has been placed on administrative leave following the allegations.

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Currently, Ohio University’s coaches include Head Coach Joel Greenlee, Assistant Coach Cody Walters, and Assistant Coach Shakur Laney, according to OU’s website.

OUPD says the investigation is ongoing and asks anyone with information related to the matter to call them at 740-593-1911.

Further information has not been made available at this time.

We will update this story once we learn more.

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