Arrest in Colorado Youth Hockey Abuse Case
Rory Nathaniel Mushlin, a 40‑year‑old coach from Colorado Springs, was arrested in Douglas County on suspicion of sexual assault on a child and internet sexual exploitation. The allegations stem from incidents that reportedly occurred while he was serving as a youth hockey coach in the region.
According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Mushlin has been associated with several facilities, including the South Suburban Sports Complex in Highlands Ranch, the Parker Field House, and the Family Sports Center in Arapahoe County, where his team practiced from 2023 onward.
Investigators have identified multiple underage victims and believe there may be additional cases that have yet to be reported. Law enforcement is asking the public to provide any relevant information.
Call for Community Assistance
Detective S. Clay of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation and can be reached at sclay@dcsheriff.net. Officials emphasized that even seemingly minor details could assist in building a fuller picture of the alleged abuse.