Michael Droese, a former pro wrestler known as Duke “The Dumpster” Droese, has been indicted in Warren County for attempting to purchase child sexual abuse material on the dark web. The April 2024 transaction was flagged by Coinbase and reported to the FBI, prompting a TBI investigation. Droese, a DUI coordinator for the 31st Judicial District, was fired after the indictment. He turned himself in, posted $10,000 bond, and awaits arraignment on May 28. (Michael Droese mug shot courtesy Chris Stanford DAG 31st Judicial District.)
