Joey Ryan and Dave Crist Released By Impact, Michael Elgin Suspended


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Joey Ryan and Dave Crist have both been terminated by Impact Wrestling.

In a statement issued Monday evening, Impact Wrestling revealed that both talent have been released following serious allegations levied against them.

The company also announced Michael Elgin has been suspended, pending further investigation of allegations against him.

The following statement was issued

IMPACT Wrestling confirms that it has terminated its contracts with Dave Crist and Joey Ryan, effective immediately. In addition, it has suspended Michael Elgin pending further review of allegations of misconduct.

Michael Elgin was accused of sending unsolicited photos to independent wrestler Katlin Diemond.

Multiple women have come forward with sexual assault allegations against Ryan.

On Sunday, Joey Ryan deactivated his personal Twitter account, as well as the one for his independent promotion Bar Wrestling.

According to PWInsider, AXS Television editors are working on removing footage of Joey Ryan from Tuesday’s broadcast of Impact Wrestling.

    

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