EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — A former University of Oregon distance runner is accused of assaulting a woman and sexually abusing two children.
Police said Wednesday that 34-year-old Michael Kasahun of Eugene is held in the Lane County Jail on assault and sexual abuse charges.
The Register-Guard reports the investigation began two weeks ago.
Kasahun is a native of Ethiopia who ran cross-country for UO in 1999 and 2000. He recently worked for a sports apparel company.
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Information from: The Register-Guard, http://www.registerguard.com