Portage County Sheriff’s Deputy indicted for rape in Cuyahoga County

A Portage County Sheriff’s Deputy on Friday was indicted in Cuyahoga County for two rape charges.
A Portage County Sheriff’s Deputy on Friday was indicted in Cuyahoga County for two rape charges.(Source: Portage County Sheriff's Office)
Published: Mar. 17, 2023 at 12:35 PM EDT|Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 12:36 PM EDT
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A Portage County Sheriff’s Deputy on Friday was indicted in Cuyahoga County for two rape charges.

The deputy, identified as Wilson Kuzyk, allegedly forced sexual activity twice in October 2022, according to court records.

Portage County Chief Deputy Ralph Spidalieri confirmed to 19 News Kuzyk was hired June 17, 2013.

Portage County Sheriff Bruce D. Zuchowski confirmed Kuyzk, who was places on paid leave on Nov. 6, 2022, was placed on unpaid leave after the indictment was revealed.

19 News obtained the full statement from the Portage County Sheriff’s Office, which can be viewed below:

Kuzyk is scheduled to be arraigned in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas on April 5 at 8:30 a.m.

This is a developing story. Return to 19 News for updates.