All articles tagged with #assault charges
Originally Published 11 days ago — by ABC News
New England Patriots player Christian Barmore faces misdemeanor assault charges related to an incident in August involving his pregnant partner, with the team and NFL monitoring the legal process; similar charges have also been reported against star wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by NBC News
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs faces felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault charges related to an incident on December 2, which he denies, and is set for arraignment before the AFC championship game; he recently welcomed a child with Cardi B.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by ABC News
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs faces assault and strangulation charges based on allegations from a woman who worked as his private chef, which he denies, claiming the accusations stem from a financial dispute. The Patriots support Diggs, and the NFL is aware of the situation.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ESPN
Raja Jackson, son of MMA legend Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, pleaded not guilty to felony and misdemeanor battery charges related to an assault at a Los Angeles wrestling event, where he severely injured wrestler Stuart Smith. His next court date is scheduled for November 24, and his father has publicly condemned his actions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by New York Post
An Ohio man was arrested for throwing a sex toy from the bleachers at a New York Liberty game, hitting a 12-year-old girl, and was charged with two counts of assault. The incident occurred at Barclays Center, and the man was released on non-monetary conditions after surrendering to police.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to charges of causing bodily harm and possessing an offensive weapon related to an incident at a London nightclub, with a trial scheduled for October 2026. Despite facing legal issues, he continues his European tour, and his co-defendant also pleaded not guilty.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to assault charges in a London court and is allowed to continue his world tour, including U.S. dates, while awaiting trial set for October 2026.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
Newly elected Congresswoman LaMonica McIver from New Jersey faces assault charges after a clash outside a Newark detention center, amid broader political controversy and her outspoken opposition to Trump-era immigration policies. She maintains her innocence, and her case has sparked debate over legal and political repercussions for sitting members of Congress.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
An Oklahoma City police officer, Sgt. Joseph Gibson, has been charged with felony assault after body camera footage showed him slamming 71-year-old Lich Vu to the ground, resulting in severe injuries including a broken neck. The incident occurred during a dispute over a traffic ticket, and the use of force has sparked outrage, particularly within the Vietnamese community. Vu, who was hospitalized with a brain bleed and other injuries, has been discharged but continues to suffer from confusion and headaches, impacting his cancer treatment. The police department has placed Gibson on administrative leave pending investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young, who was suspended from the team on charges of assaulting an unborn child and battery, may have the charges dismissed as the woman involved has requested their dismissal. In an affidavit, she stated that the police report was inaccurate and that Young did not harm her during their encounter. Young, a transfer from Miami, has been a key player for Georgia this season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones faces two misdemeanor charges for assault and interference with communications following an incident with a drug testing agent. Jones allegedly took the agent's cellphone and made threatening remarks when asked to provide a sample. He denies the accusations and has a virtual bond hearing scheduled for July 17. Jones is also preparing to defend his title against Stipe Miocic in November.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WLKY Louisville
The Jefferson County prosecutor will address the court on Wednesday regarding the assault charges against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler, who was arrested outside Valhalla Golf Club. Scheffler, accused of dragging a detective with his SUV, maintains his innocence and will be represented by counsel. The incident was not fully captured on body camera due to a policy violation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
Lisa Ann Heflin, 41, faces 16 charges, including assault on police officers and reckless driving, after leading police on a high-speed chase that ended in a wrong-way crash on the 405 Freeway in Brentwood. She pleaded not guilty and remains jailed with a $695,000 bail. The chase caused damage to multiple vehicles but resulted in no serious injuries. If convicted, Heflin could face up to 22 years and eight months in prison.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
Lisa Ann Heflin, a 41-year-old woman from Missouri, has been charged with multiple counts of assault and reckless driving after leading police on a dangerous pursuit on the 405 Freeway in Los Angeles. The chase, which began after reports of erratic behavior, resulted in nine injured LAPD officers and significant property damage. Heflin, who had been living in her van, pleaded not guilty to all charges and is being held on $695,000 bail.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC10 Boston
Assault charges against Boston Bruins player Milan Lucic were dropped after prosecutors filed a motion to use the 911 call as evidence, but his wife declined to testify, invoking spousal privilege. The Commonwealth stated they couldn't prove the charges without the victim's participation, and the district attorney's office noted encountering similar situations in domestic charge matters. Lucic had been on indefinite leave from the team and entered the NHL players assistance program after the incident.