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Ex-NFL Player Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Domestic Violence
crime-and-justice2 years ago

Ex-NFL Player Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Domestic Violence

Former NFL player Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to 81 months in prison for first- and second-degree domestic violence assault against his girlfriend, including strangling her unconscious and breaking her arm. The victim, Alleah Taylor, expressed satisfaction with the sentence, emphasizing the importance of holding men in power accountable for their actions. Wheeler, who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, has not played in the NFL since the incident and was released by the Seahawks.

Ex-NFL Lineman Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Domestic Violence
crime-and-justice2 years ago

Ex-NFL Lineman Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Domestic Violence

Former NFL lineman Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to 81 months in prison for domestic violence against his girlfriend, Alleah Taylor, who suffered a dislocated arm and other injuries during the attack. Wheeler, who blamed the incident on a "manic episode," is also prohibited from contacting the victim and has been ordered to pay restitution. The assault occurred in their shared apartment, and Wheeler's sentencing comes three years after the incident.

Chad Wheeler Sentenced to Nearly Seven Years in Prison for Domestic Violence Attack
crime-and-justice2 years ago

Chad Wheeler Sentenced to Nearly Seven Years in Prison for Domestic Violence Attack

Former NFL lineman Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to nearly seven years in prison for a vicious attack on his former girlfriend, during which he strangled her twice, causing her to lose consciousness and suffer a fractured humerus and a dislocated elbow. Wheeler, who was waived by the Seattle Seahawks after being charged with domestic violence, was found guilty of first- and second-degree assault/domestic violence but not guilty of false imprisonment. He claimed the attack was a "manic episode" and did not plead guilty to any charges.

Ex-NFL Player Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months in Prison for Domestic Violence Attack
crime-and-justice2 years ago

Ex-NFL Player Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months in Prison for Domestic Violence Attack

Former NFL player Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to nearly seven years in prison and 36 months of probation after being found guilty of domestic violence against his ex-girlfriend, Alleah Taylor. Wheeler choked Taylor unconscious during a January 2021 incident, resulting in her sustaining serious injuries. He was convicted on counts of first- and second-degree domestic violence assault and must also pay restitution and have no contact with Taylor.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Domestic Violence Attack

Former NFL player Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to 81 months in prison for brutally assaulting his girlfriend, Alleah Taylor, in a domestic violence incident. Taylor, who still bears scars from the attack, expressed satisfaction with the sentence, emphasizing the importance of holding men in power accountable. Wheeler, who has bipolar disorder, had resisted taking medication for his mental health issues and claimed not to remember the incident. Prosecutors highlighted his history of psychiatric issues and substance abuse, recommending a 108-month sentence.

Ex-Seahawks Player Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Brutal Domestic Violence
crime-and-justice2 years ago

Ex-Seahawks Player Chad Wheeler Sentenced to 81 Months for Brutal Domestic Violence

Former NFL player Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to 81 months in prison for brutally assaulting his girlfriend, leaving her unconscious and with a broken arm. The survivor of the attack, Alleah Taylor, expressed satisfaction with the sentence, emphasizing the rarity of a Black woman receiving justice from a white NFL player. Wheeler, who has bipolar disorder, had resisted taking medication for his mental health issues. Prosecutors highlighted his history of psychiatric issues and substance abuse, recommending a 108-month sentence.

Ex-Seahawk Chad Wheeler Receives 81-Month Sentence for Domestic Violence
sportscrime2 years ago

Ex-Seahawk Chad Wheeler Receives 81-Month Sentence for Domestic Violence

Former Seattle Seahawks player Chad Wheeler has been sentenced to 81 months in state prison for first- and second-degree assault/domestic violence following a 2021 incident with his then-girlfriend, during which he pinned her down and choked her until she lost consciousness. The sentence also includes 36 months of probation, a mental health evaluation, and restitution. Wheeler, who has bipolar disorder, claimed he was experiencing a "manic episode" during the assault.

Former NFL Player Chad Wheeler Convicted of Domestic Violence Assault, Faces Prison Sentence
sports2 years ago

Former NFL Player Chad Wheeler Convicted of Domestic Violence Assault, Faces Prison Sentence

Former NFL offensive lineman Chad Wheeler has been found guilty of domestic violence assault by a jury in King County, Washington. Wheeler, who was arrested in January 2021, was convicted of first- and second-degree domestic violence assault but found not guilty of false imprisonment. He will be sentenced on December 14th, and state prosecutors are expected to seek a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison. Wheeler played for the Giants and Seahawks from 2017-2020 but was released by the Seahawks after his arrest and has not been on an NFL roster since.

Chad Wheeler Convicted of Domestic Violence Charges
crime2 years ago

Chad Wheeler Convicted of Domestic Violence Charges

Former NFL offensive lineman Chad Wheeler has been found guilty of two counts of domestic violence stemming from a 2021 incident with his then-girlfriend. Wheeler, who was a backup tackle for the Seattle Seahawks at the time, was accused of pinning the woman down and choking her until she lost consciousness. The jury determined that Wheeler used force likely to result in death, and he now faces a mandatory minimum of five years for the first-degree assault charge. Wheeler is scheduled to be sentenced on December 14.