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sports29 days ago•1 min saved

Ex-Girlfriend’s Fear Triggers Four Charges Against Falcons Edge Rusher

Miami-Dade prosecutors filed four charges against Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. after ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson, a WNBA player, testified she feared for her life and described abuse and death threats; the charges are aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, fleeing police, resisting an officer with violence, and misdemeanor stalking, tied to a police chase and Jackson’s report at a Doral station, with a restraining order against Pearce extended.

via Defector|

#atlanta-falcons #james-pearce-jr #nfl

sports29 days ago•2 min saved

Falcons Rookie James Pearce Jr. Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Jackson Incident

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. faces three felonies and one misdemeanor—aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, fleeing police, resisting an officer with violence, and misdemeanor stalking—related to a Feb. 7 incident with WNBA star Rickea Jackson; an aggravated battery on a law-enforcement officer charge from the arrest was dropped. Jackson told police she asked Pearce to leave her alone and has indicated she’ll testify; Pearce posted bond and is subject to a 500-foot stay-away order. Pearce, the Falcons’ 2025 first‑round pick who led rookies with 10.5 sacks, remains in an open legal matter for the team.”,

via The New York Times|

#arrest #atlanta-falcons #felony-charges

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Falcons LB James Pearce Jr. Arrest Details Emerge as He Denies Involvement

Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. faces five felony counts and a misdemeanor after an incident with Rickea Jackson in which she says Pearce chased her in a white Lamborghini SUV, rammed her car, and collided with a pursuing officer before crashing and being arrested; Pearce’s lawyers say he is innocent, and the NFL will review the case under its Personal Conduct Policy.

via NBC Sports|

#atlanta-falcons #james-pearce-jr #nfl-arrest

crime2 months ago•2 min saved

Falcons rookie Pearce Jr. faces five felonies after Miami arrest, denies guilt

Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. is facing five felony charges after a Miami-area arrest stemming from a domestic dispute with WNBA player Rickea Jackson. Police say he fled, intentionally struck a police officer’s knee with his Lamborghini to evade arrest, wrecked the car, and was restrained after a short struggle. The charges include two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and aggravated stalking; Pearce posted a $20,500 bond. His attorney says Pearce maintains innocence while the Falcons say they are gathering more information and will comment further when appropriate.

via NFL.com|

#aggravated-battery-with-a-deadly-weapon #crime #falcons

crime2 months ago•6 min saved

Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. arrested after domestic dispute and police chase in Doral

Falcons rookie linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested after fleeing a domestic dispute in Doral and crashing during a police chase; he faces two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, plus aggravated stalking and fleeing/eluding charges. The dispute involved WNBA star Rickea Jackson, and Pearce was jailed at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center while the Falcons said they are gathering information on the incident.

via local10.com|

#aggravated-battery-with-a-deadly-weapon #crime #doral

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"2024 WNBA Draft Recap: Top Picks Caitlin Clark, Cameron Brink, and Rickea Jackson"

The Los Angeles Sparks made history by selecting Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson as the No. 2 and No. 4 picks in the WNBA draft, respectively. Brink, a standout center from Stanford, and Jackson, a forward from the University of Tennessee, are expected to bolster the team's defense and offense. The Sparks' general manager, Raegan Pebley, expressed excitement about the team's direction and also added USC graduate student McKenzie Forbes in the third round. The team aims to end its playoff drought and has also made moves in free agency to strengthen its roster.

via Los Angeles Times|

#cameron-brink #draft #rickea-jackson

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"2024 WNBA Draft Recap: Caitlin Clark No. 1, Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson Selected"

The Los Angeles Sparks made history by selecting Stanford's Cameron Brink as the No. 2 pick and University of Tennessee's Rickea Jackson as the No. 4 pick in the WNBA draft, aiming to end their playoff drought. The team's general manager, Raegan Pebley, expressed excitement about the direction of the team and their focus on defense. The draft also saw Indiana Fever selecting Caitlin Clark as the No. 1 pick, and the Chicago Sky choosing South Carolina's Kamilla Cardoso as the No. 3 pick. The Sparks also added USC graduate student McKenzie Forbes in the third round, aiming to bolster their roster for the upcoming season.

via Yahoo Sports|

#cameron-brink #draft #rickea-jackson

sports2 years ago•6 min saved

"Caitlin Clark: The WNBA's No. 1 Draft Pick and Indiana Fever's Game-Changer"

Iowa Hawkeyes guard Caitlin Clark has confirmed her entry into the 2024 WNBA draft, solidifying her position as the likely No. 1 pick for the Indiana Fever. UConn's Paige Bueckers will return for another college season, while Stanford's Cameron Brink and others are still undecided. The mock draft also features top prospects like Rickea Jackson, Kamilla Cardoso, and Aaliyah Edwards, with insights into their potential impact on WNBA teams.

via ESPN|

#2024-wnba-draft #caitlin-clark #cameron-brink

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rickea Jackson's Absence Doesn't Stop Lady Vols' Victory Over Vanderbilt"

Lady Vols star Rickea Jackson did not play in the fourth quarter of their win over Vanderbilt due to asthma, which was exacerbated by flu season and a tough travel week. Despite this, she logged a double-double in three quarters and played a critical role in the team's performance. Coach Kellie Harper praised her effectiveness and athleticism, emphasizing her contributions to the game.

via Knoxville News Sentinel|

#asthma #basketball #lady-vols