Ryan Meyung, 33, received a 40-year prison sentence for producing child pornography and sexually abusing children. He pleaded guilty to six counts of producing child pornography on April 26.
By The Numbers:
- 6 children victimized, ages 6 to 13
- 40 years in prison
- Lifetime supervised release
- $193,500 in restitution ordered
In Context: Meyung traveled across the country as a motocross instructor, building tracks and mentoring children. He used this position to exploit and abuse children between July 2019 and December 2021.
Why It Matters: This case is a reminder of the vulnerability of children in sports programs and the importance of vigilance in protecting young athletes from predators.
What’s Next: Meyung will serve his prison term followed by lifetime supervised release. The case, part of Project Safe Childhood, may lead to increased scrutiny of youth sports programs and their safety measures.