FIRST WORD
The removal of the documents was done for the purpose of impairing the ongoing investigation by destroying or hiding the documents.”
From a statement on the arrest of former USA Gymnastics CEO Steve Penny late Wednesday on a warrant for tampering with evidence related to the investigation into possible wrongdoing at the Karolyi Ranch. According to the release from the Walker County (Texas) district attorney, Penny ordered the removal of documents after learning the Texas Rangers were investigating allegations that Larry Nassar sexually abused gymnasts there. The records were delivered to Penny in Indianapolis, but their current whereabouts are unknown.