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Investigations Underway After Alleged Sexual Assault During Wrestling Match

Federal and local authorities probe the school district after claims the administration delayed responding to a female wrestler's assault report during a match with a transgender athlete.

  • The U.S. Department of Education is investigating the Puyallup School District for its handling of an alleged sexual assault involving 16-year-old Kallie Keeler during a Dec. 6, 2025 match.
  • Family members contend the Puyallup School District ignored her sexual assault claim for months, failing to take meaningful action to protect and investigate her report.
  • During a Dec. 6, 2025 match, Kallie Keeler faced a 190-pound transgender wrestler and reported the alleged assault to school officials and her coach two days later, not knowing her opponent was a biological male.
  • Pierce County Sheriff’s Office and Puyallup School District confirmed Tuesday they are investigating, while Kimberly Richey, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, said Friday the administration `will not tolerate such conduct` and will enforce Title IX.
  • The incident raises questions about safety in girls-only divisions after a competitor described as a biological male allegedly assaulted a wrestler, prompting scrutiny of Puyallup School District and federal Title IX enforcement.
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U.S. Ed Dept. investigates Puyallup wrestler’s sexual assault allegation by trans athlete

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Education is investigating the Puyallup School District for how it handled an alleged sexual assault of a female wrestler late last year allegedly by a transgender student.

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