Overview
- U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced charges against Paul Alexander Askew, 46, alleging a plan to influence international track competitions.
- The indictment states Askew conspired to provide performance-enhancing drugs to an athlete from July 10, 2023, through Jan. 31, 2024.
- Events cited as targets include the Ed Murphey Classic, Xiamen Diamond League, Prefontaine Classic, the 2024 American Outdoor Championships, the World Athletics Indoor Championships, the U.S. Olympic Trials, and the Paris Olympics.
- The DEA is investigating with assistance from USADA, and the Athletics Integrity Unit noted the cross-agency coordination.
- Prosecutors notified Askew of planned asset forfeiture tied to the alleged offense, and a conviction could carry a maximum 10-year federal prison sentence.