The Facts:
Following up on the ongoing story. ... A high-profile defense attorney hired by Roethlisberger on Monday disputed a college student’s claim that the two-time Super Bowl winner sexually assaulted her at a Georgia nightclub. “The facts show that there was no criminal activity. No sexual assault occurred,” attorney Ed Garland said in a statement Monday. “Ben is completely innocent of any crime.”
Reported by the Associated Press
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
The 20-year-old told police Roethlisberger, who had been out barhopping with friends, assaulted her early Friday. Roethlisberger has not been charged. Local authorities said at a press conference that they expect to interview Roethlisberger in the next several days. “The investigation is ongoing. It would be premature to make any announcement at this time,” said Fred Bright, district attorney for the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. “When the facts are in and a decision is made, we will let you know. ...” Stay tuned. More to come.
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