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Rapper Cardi B testified in a civil trial denying assault against a security guard, but her animated reactions and bizarre questions about her wigs and nails during the testimony have gone viral online, drawing significant attention to the case.
The brother of LSU guard Flau'jae Johnson was arrested and charged with assault and battery and disorderly conduct after jumping onto the court when his sister was shoved by South Carolina forward Kamilla Cardoso during a Southeastern Conference tournament game. Trayron Milton, 24, made his way to the court by pushing down an SEC employee and stepping on her shoulders, briefly making contact with Cardoso before being led away by police. Cardoso and several teammates were ejected, and according to NCAA rules, Cardoso will miss South Carolina's next game in the NCAA tournament.
Hailey Bieber's sister, Alaia Baldwin, was arrested and charged with assault and battery after allegedly throwing a used tampon at a bartender and assaulting bar employees at a Savannah, Georgia, bar. The incident, captured on security footage, also involved Alaia kicking a bouncer and pulling another's hair. She was charged with simple assault, simple battery, and criminal trespass, and the case remains under investigation. The arrest occurred just before Hailey and Justin Bieber were seen attending church amid recent concerns raised by Hailey's father, Stephen Baldwin, who reposted a plea for prayers for the couple.
John Vieira, charged after the death of Patriots fan Dale Mooney at Gillette Stadium, pleaded not guilty to assault and battery and disorderly conduct, claiming innocence after his first court appearance. Mooney died during a brawl at a game between the Patriots and the Miami Dolphins, with the medical examiner ruling his death a homicide due to heart disease exacerbated by the fight. Court paperwork revealed Mooney's participation in the altercation, but Vieira was charged for a glancing blow to Mooney's head.
Two Rhode Island men have been charged with assault and battery and disorderly conduct in connection with an incident that led to the death of a fan at a Dolphins-Patriots game in September. The cause of death was ruled as "probable cardiac dysrhythmia" during a physical altercation. While the men have not been charged with murder or manslaughter, they will face criminal prosecution for allegedly striking the victim. The incident serves as a reminder that anyone who assaults someone else should be prepared to face legal consequences, including potential charges related to the person's death.
Two Rhode Island men have been charged with assault and battery and disorderly conduct in the death of Dale Mooney, a lifelong New England Patriots fan who died after an altercation at Gillette Stadium in September. The cause of death was ruled as "Probable cardiac dysrhythmia in a person with severe hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease during a physical altercation." The district attorney's office stated that the evidence did not establish a basis for criminal prosecution of charges related to homicide. The men are scheduled to be arraigned next month.
Two Rhode Island men have been charged with assault and battery and disorderly conduct in connection with the death of a New England Patriots fan during a game. John Vieira, 59, and Justin Mitchell, 39, allegedly punched 53-year-old Dale Mooney, who later died in the hospital. The cause of death was determined to be a "probable cardiac dysrhythmia in a person with severe hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease during a physical altercation." Despite ruling the death a homicide, the district attorney's office stated that there was insufficient evidence for criminal prosecution related to the charges of homicide. The men are scheduled for court appearances in January.
Two Rhode Island men have been charged with assault and battery and disorderly conduct in connection with the death of a fan at a New England Patriots game. Dale Mooney, a 30-year season ticket holder, died after a confrontation in the 300-tier section of Gillette Stadium during a Patriots-Dolphins game. The medical examiner ruled Mooney's death as a "probable cardiac dysrhythmia in a person with severe hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease during a physical altercation." The incident is under investigation by Foxborough police and Massachusetts State Police.
Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic pleaded not guilty to a charge of assault and battery on a family member after his weekend arrest stemming from a domestic incident involving his wife. Lucic has entered the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance program and is on indefinite leave from the team. The incident allegedly occurred when Lucic couldn't find his cell phone and began yelling at his wife, grabbing her hair and pulling it backward. Lucic appeared intoxicated when police arrived at his apartment, and he was taken into custody without incident. The Bruins organization is offering support to the Lucic family, and Lucic is required to avoid alcohol consumption until the case is resolved.
Foxborough police are seeking to charge three Rhode Island men with assault and battery and disorderly conduct in connection with the death of a New England Patriots fan at Gillette Stadium last month. Dale Mooney, 53, died following an altercation in the 300-tier section of the stadium. Preliminary autopsy results did not suggest traumatic injury but identified a medical issue. The cause and manner of Mooney's death remain undetermined pending further testing. The incident, which occurred during a game between the Patriots and the Dolphins, is under investigation by Foxborough and State Police.
YouTube pranksters, the Nelk Boys, are being sued for assault and battery, false imprisonment, and infliction of emotional distress after a fake meth lab prank went wrong. The weed delivery driver they pranked claims he thought an actor playing a cop was real and became irate when he realized it was a joke. He alleges that the Nelk Boys' security grabbed him from behind and put him in a chokehold, causing severe physical and emotional injuries. The driver is seeking damages from the Nelk Boys.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill is set to face charges after allegedly assaulting and battering a marina employee in Miami. The incident occurred on Father's Day when Hill and his group boarded a boat without permission. The Dolphins have released a statement saying they are aware of the situation and have been in contact with Hill, his representatives, and the NFL. It is not yet known if Hill will face any repercussions from the team or the league.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill is being investigated for an allegation of assault and battery that took place on June 18. The team has been in contact with Hill, his representatives, and the NFL, but has reserved further comment at this time. Hill had a successful first season with the Dolphins in 2022.
Nick Lachey will not face misdemeanor assault and battery charges for attempting to take a phone from a female photographer in March 2022. Instead, he will participate in a prefiling diversion program that requires him to attend anger management classes and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Successful completion of the program will result in no criminal charges being filed.
Nick Lachey has been ordered to attend anger management classes and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings after an incident with a paparazzo in Los Angeles. Lachey was reportedly sent to a diversion program to avoid prosecution for assault and battery. The incident happened in 2022 after Lachey and his wife, Vanessa, went out to a steakhouse in Beverly Hills. Lachey reportedly saw a woman filming the couple and became enraged, reaching for the woman’s phone.