Smyth Co. Physician Faces Charges Over Alleged Involvement with Teen Colleague: What You Need to Know

In a significant development from Smyth County, Virginia, a 68-year-old physician has been taken into custody by the FBI, following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a minor colleague. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) disclosed these charges in a formal statement.

According to the DOJ’s announcement, Michael Kevin Patrick, hailing from Sugar Grove, was employed at the Smyth County Community Hospital. On Tuesday, FBI agents arrested Patrick, accusing him of receiving child sexual abuse material.