Local professor, church elder faces prostitution charge - News - Kirksville Daily Express - Kirksville, MO - Kirksville, MO

A Truman State University professor and elder with the Kirksville Church of Christ is facing a misdemeanor prostitution charge amid allegations he sought sexual favors from male college students.

Barry Cole Poyner, 57, of Kirksville, has been charged with a class B misdemeanor count of patronizing prostitution.

According to court documents, Poyner faces up to six months in prison and/or a fine up to $1,000 if convicted.

Local professor, church elder faces prostitution charge - News - Kirksville Daily Express - Kirksville, MO - Kirksville, MO