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Keith Ervin, a longtime member of the Washington County Schools board in Tennessee, was charged with assault after he hugged a teenage student at a public meeting and told her, 'God, you’re hot.' He apologized, the board censured him, and it said it cannot remove elected officials, deferring to law enforcement as the case proceeds, with his first court appearance set for August.
Quintayvious Hutchins, a Patriots draft pick from Boston College, was charged with misdemeanor assault and battery on a family or household member after an incident at a dorm on the Boston College campus in Chestnut Hill. Police say the confrontation involved a male and female, with Hutchins allegedly grabbing the woman by the neck; he claims it stemmed from an argument over food and that he retrieved his belongings after she threw his items into the hallway. Hutchins was arrested, arraigned in Newton District Court, pleaded not guilty, and released on a promise to return for the next hearing. The Patriots issued a brief statement saying they are gathering information and have no further comment.
An evidence review led to the dropping of an assault charge against Gavin McKenna, a Penn State athlete, ending the case against him.
New England Patriots player Christian Barmore faces a misdemeanor assault and battery charge related to an incident in August involving his then-girlfriend, with an arraignment scheduled for February; the team and NFL are monitoring the legal situation.
Jury selection has begun in the trial of Sean Dunn, known as the 'sandwich guy,' who gained notoriety after throwing a salami sub at a federal officer in Washington, D.C., amid political tensions and protests against federal actions in the city. Dunn faces a misdemeanor assault charge after a viral video of the incident circulated widely, sparking debates over political targeting and free speech.
Raja Jackson, son of UFC fighter Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, was arrested in Los Angeles on a felony assault charge after attacking pro wrestler Stuart Smith, resulting in serious injuries. The incident was caught on video and widely shared, leading to Raja Jackson's detention with a $50,000 bail. His father publicly condemned the attack and suggested he should face punishment, including jail time and anger management.
Mingus Reedus, son of Norman Reedus, was arrested on suspicion of assault and made a threatening statement to a reporter afterward, raising concerns about his behavior. He has a history of previous arrests related to assault and has pleaded guilty to lesser charges in the past.
Mingus Reedus, son of actor Norman Reedus, was charged with multiple assault-related offenses following an incident in Manhattan, but pleaded not guilty and was released on his own recognizance; his attorney claims innocence and disputes the prosecution's account.
Mingus Reedus, son of actor Norman Reedus, was arrested and charged with assault in New York City, with his attorney asserting his innocence and noting the charges are misdemeanors. This follows a previous incident in 2022 where he pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct. Reedus has a background in modeling and is known for his work with brands like Calvin Klein.
Mingus Reedus, son of Norman Reedus and Helena Christensen, was arrested in NYC and charged with assault and criminal obstruction of breathing following an incident involving a woman, with prior legal issues in 2021. The investigation is ongoing.
Chris Brown pleaded not guilty in a London court to charges related to a 2023 nightclub attack involving a bottle, with a trial scheduled for October 2026. He faces multiple charges including grievous bodily harm, assault, and possession of an offensive weapon, and remains free on bond while continuing his tour.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice surrendered to police on charges including aggravated assault after a high-speed crash involving a half-dozen vehicles on a Dallas highway last month. Rice, along with another driver, allegedly caused the crash while speeding in sports cars. Arrest warrants were issued for Rice and the other driver, Theodore Knox, for multiple counts related to the crash. Rice, represented by Texas state Sen. Royce West, acknowledged his actions and expressed concern for those injured in the accident.
Former NFL star Terrell Suggs was arrested in Arizona on assault and public order offense charges. The 41-year-old, who played for the Baltimore Ravens and briefly for the Arizona Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs, has a history of legal issues, including a previous arrest in 2016.
Detroit Pistons' Isaiah Stewart has been suspended for three games by the NBA for punching Phoenix Suns' Drew Eubanks, but the misdemeanor assault charge against Stewart has been dismissed by the Phoenix Municipal Court. The altercation occurred before a game on Feb. 14, with Eubanks stating that Stewart threw a punch after an argument. Eubanks played the game that night and scored six points with eight rebounds, while Stewart has missed eight consecutive games due to an ankle sprain.
The riverboat captain who was attacked in a massive brawl on an Alabama dock is now facing an assault charge filed by another man involved in the incident. Dameion Pickett, the captain of the Harriott II riverboat, was charged with third-degree assault more than two months after the altercation. Montgomery officials clarified that they did not bring the charge against Pickett and considered him a victim in the case. The brawl began when a group of white boaters refused to move their pontoon boat to allow the riverboat to dock. Pickett is due in court on November 21.