Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy Avoids Charges in Alleged Assault Case
In a recent turn of events that has caught the attention of the sports world, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy will not face charges following his arrest on Friday night for an alleged assault in Williamson County, Texas. This news was confirmed by the Williamson County district attorney to the Austin American-Statesman on Saturday.
Worthy, who is just 21 years old, found himself in a precarious situation when he was booked into jail by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. The charge? Assault of a family or house member by impeding the breathing or circulation. However, as of Saturday evening, online records showed no further details of the arrest, and Worthy had not yet posted bond.
Williamson County District Attorney Shawn Dick provided some clarity on the situation, stating that his office decided not to charge Worthy after speaking with multiple witnesses. However, he did mention that the case would continue to be evaluated. “After further investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and further discussion with a third-party witness, Mr. Worthy and his attorneys, this case is being declined at this time pending completion of the investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office,” Dick told the Statesman. “Mr. Worthy and his lawyers are fully cooperating with this investigation.”
The Kansas City Chiefs, on their part, have acknowledged the situation. They released a statement earlier on Saturday, indicating that they were aware of Worthy’s arrest and were in the process of gathering more information.
According to the attorneys representing Worthy, the incident stemmed from a dispute between Worthy and the complainant, a woman, after he asked her to leave his residence. The attorneys allege that the woman caused property damage and scratched Worthy’s face, among other things. Despite these allegations, Worthy reportedly told the police that he did not wish to press charges.
The attorneys further expressed their confidence in the legal process, stating, “We will continue to cooperate with Williamson County authorities as we have full faith their thorough investigation will support Mr. Worthy’s innocence.”
It’s important to note that in Texas, the charge of impeding a family member’s breathing or circulation is considered a third-degree felony. This carries a potential punishment of two to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
For those unfamiliar with Xavier Worthy’s career, he was the Chiefs’ first-round draft pick in 2024. During his rookie season, he made quite an impression by catching 59 passes for 638 yards and scoring nine touchdowns. His performance on the field has been a bright spot for the Chiefs, and fans are undoubtedly hoping that this off-field incident will not overshadow his promising career.
- Key Points:
- Xavier Worthy will not be charged following his arrest for alleged assault.
- The incident involved a dispute with a woman at his residence.
- Worthy’s attorneys claim he did not want to press charges.
- The Chiefs are aware and gathering information on the situation.
- Worthy was a first-round draft pick in 2024 and had a strong rookie season.
As the investigation continues, the sports community will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds. Worthy’s talent on the field is undeniable, and many are hopeful that he can move past this incident and continue to contribute to the Chiefs’ success.
Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.
Originally Written by: ESPN.com
