CHARGES
Charges
On September 5-6, 2025, Ryan Henry Hoyle, 44, of Buladean/Spruce Pine in Mitchell County, North Carolina, was arrested and charged with three counts of ind*cent liberties with a minor (Class F felony). Spruce Pine Police filed two counts; Mitchell County Detective Austin Duncan added the third. Hoyle was the victim’s softball coach. He allegedly gr*omed and sexually assaulted the then-13-year-old girl (publicly identified in advocacy as Mia). Total bond was set at $150,000, with an initial court date of September 23, 2025.
Details of Charges Against Ryan Henry Hoyle
Hoyle's case involves serious allegations of child abuse.
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Charges Filed - Hoyle faces three counts of indecent liberties with a minor.
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Investigation - The charges resulted from a joint investigation by Spruce Pine Police and the Mitchell County Sheriff's Office.
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Nature of Offenses - Indecent liberties with a minor is classified as a felony in North Carolina.
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Evidence - Communications with the victim may have been crucial in establishing the case against him.
