Olympic champion Kyle Snyder releases statement following arrest in prostitution sting

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Olympic gold medalist Kyle Snyder has broken his silence after being arrested on charges of engaging in prostitution during a sting operation led by Columbus Police this past Friday.

Police set up an online escort ad that ultimately led to 16 arrests including Snyder after he responded and set up an encounter at a local Quality Inn and Suites Hotel. After arriving, Snyder propositioned an undercover officer by paying for oral sex, which led to his arrest.