Powell, who is free after posting a $405,000 bond that was set in Middletown Municipal Court, was in court Wednesday for a hearing, during which Judge Greg Stephens set June 18 for trial.
Powell’s accuser reported sexual abuse beginning at age 10 and continuing until she was 18. Two other accusers also came come forward, according to police. But Assistant Butler County Prosecutor Kelly Heile said there was a statute of limitations issue and the indictment return pertains to just one victim.
The indictment states the crimes occurred between 2004 and 2012.
Defense attorney Michael Brush said in September after Powell’s appearance in municipal court that his client is not guilty. He also said Powell is a veteran, served as a paramedic with a life squad and has no criminal record.
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