Ryan Kesler Sexual Conduct Case Advances to Trial
A criminal sexual conduct case involving former NHL player Ryan Kesler is now set for trial. This decision follows a ruling by District Judge Marc Barron, who found sufficient probable cause during a preliminary examination.
Details of the Case Against Ryan Kesler
Ryan Kesler, 41, faces two misdemeanor counts of criminal sexual conduct in the fourth degree. The charges were filed on October 23 and are linked to incidents that allegedly occurred on January 1 in Orchard Lake, Michigan. Kesler has pleaded not guilty to these charges.
Background of Ryan Kesler
- Former NHL player, active from 2003 to 2019.
- Played primarily for the Vancouver Canucks before moving to the Anaheim Ducks.
- Member of the U.S. Olympic teams in 2010 and 2014.
- Winner of the Frank J. Selke Trophy in 2011 for best defensive forward.
- Part of the Canucks’ team during their 2011 Stanley Cup Final run.
The legal proceedings will now move forward as the court prepares for the trial. The case underscores the serious nature of the allegations and their implications in the realm of professional sports.
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