Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ian Cole accused of grooming & sexual abuse

A recently created Twitter account from an anonymous female is accusing Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ian Cole of grooming and sexual abuse.

The user alleges that through Cole's first few years as an NHLer, he groomed her as a teenager and engaged in sexual acts with her while she was in high school. She also alleges that she was not Cole's only victim, as she has since met and talked with other girls who had a very similar story to her's.

The unnamed source also alleges that some of Cole's teammates became aware of her story, though nothing ever came of it. These are obviously extremely heavy allegations, and will likely result in this being a story that continues to be discussed plenty in the coming days and weeks. The full accusation of what was posted on Twitter can be read below.

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