Leon Baptiste, a former British athletics coach, is serving an eight-month sentence in Morocco for sexually assaulting a minor, according to BBC Sport Athletics. Baptiste, who coached top British track athletes, went missing three months ago. He was arrested in Marrakech in May and convicted by Moroccan authorities.

Baptiste, who won gold in the 2010 Commonwealth Games, was coaching several British sprinters before his arrest. His absence disrupted the training of athletes like Charlie Dobson and Zac Shaw. UK Athletics and the UK Foreign Office are aware of his situation and are providing support. Read more racing coverage.

Moroccan authorities confirmed Baptiste's conviction and sentence. He is currently in good health and serving his time in Al-Oudaya prison. The British athletes he coached are now receiving additional support from other coaches. Related: British Athletics Shines in a Vibrant Summer Season.

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