MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - A municipal judge has decided to keep the bond at $50,000 for Adam K. Johnson, a 42-year-old youth soccer coach from Belpre, who is accused of sharing a fabricated sexual image of a 12-year-old player online. The ruling came after defense attorney Jack Blakeslee requested a reduction in bond, citing Johnson's strong community ties, medical needs, and responsibilities as a father of three.
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Judge Randall Jedlink, during the hearing on Wednesday afternoon, determined that the bond would remain unchanged. He also imposed a condition that Johnson must not have any contact with individuals under 18 years old. The judge indicated that further charges may arise pending an upcoming grand jury indictment.