Wcsg John Balyo Facing Csc Charges

WOOD Radio
June 20, 2014

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Christian radio personality, John Balyo, for WCSG has been arrested on a state criminal sexual conduct charge, according to federal authorities.

Balyo was arrested Friday in Gaylord at a Christian music festival.

WOOD TV reports Balyo's home in Caledonia was raided along with a car and garage, by police as part of an investigation by Michigan State Police, Battle Creek police and Homeland Security Investigations.

Chris Lemke, general manager for WCSG, says the radio host has been put on indefinite paid administrative leave while the legal proceedings move forward.

"We are shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the arrest and allegations against John Balyo," he said . "Our thoughts and prayers are with those involved in the investigation

Federal authorities said Balyo, 35, is facing a charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct.

Allegedly Balyo paid a man, identified as the subject of a separate HSI investigation for child pornography, to arrange sexual encounters with minor victims.

Balyo is currently held at the Calhoun County Jail. Investigators a working to identify other potential victims.

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