Ex-USA Gymnastics coach John Geddert kills himself after felony charges, including human trafficking, sexual assault
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Former USA Olympic gymnastics coach John Geddert died by suicide Thursday, hours after he was charged with two dozen crimes stemming from allegations that he physically, emotionally and sexually abused gymnasts under his care.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel confirmed that Geddert took his own life Thursday afternoon, calling his death "a tragic end to a tragic story for everyone involved."
Michigan state police confirmed that Geddert's body was found at an interstate highway rest stop at 3:24 p.m. ET.