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Victim says he hid in woods for 5 days after suffering torture during ‘sex game’
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kalie Strain , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from court records and local news sources, such as WSMV 4 News affiliate in Nashville, TN.
A Missouri man faces multiple charges. These include first-degree assault and armed criminal action. The allegations stem from an incident involving a victim who was subjected to physical harm.
The victim's account suggests a violent ordeal. He reportedly endured cuts and other injuries. His body showed evidence of these wounds when investigators spoke with him.
Further details about the incident are available from court records and local news sources, such as WSMV 4 News affiliate in Nashville , TN.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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