Protective Order Granted Against Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy Amidst Assault Allegations

Protective Order Granted Against Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy Amidst Assault Allegations

In a developing story that has captured the attention of both sports fans and the general public, a Texas judge has granted a protective order against Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy. This comes after allegations of assault were made against him by Tia Jones, who claims that Worthy attacked her last week. The district attorney has so far declined to pursue charges, but the legal proceedings are far from over.

Attorneys for Tia Jones confirmed the protective order in a statement to The Associated Press on Wednesday night. They emphasized that Jones is “fully cooperating with law enforcement as they continue to actively investigate the violence that occurred.” This statement underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing nature of the investigation.

Angelica Cogliano, one of the attorneys representing Jones, stated, “Ms. Jones has chosen to use her voice to speak up for herself. In doing so, she looks forward to the facts and circumstances of that night coming to light through the formal legal process, and getting the justice that she deserves.” This statement highlights the determination of Jones and her legal team to see the case through to its conclusion.

Worthy was arrested last Friday and held in a county jail on a charge of assault on a family or household member in which their breath was impeded, or choking in common terms. He was released the following day, when Williamson County District Attorney Shawn Dick said that his office has spoken with witnesses and was not accepting the case at that time. This decision has raised questions about the evidence and the potential for future legal action.

It’s worth noting that Williamson County includes parts of Austin, where Worthy played college football at the University of Texas. This connection adds another layer of complexity to the case, as Worthy is a well-known figure in the area.

In response to the allegations, Worthy’s attorneys, Chip Lewis and Sam Bassett, have maintained their client’s innocence. They claim that the allegation was made by a woman who had been living in Worthy’s home and that she had been asked to leave multiple times over the last two weeks “upon discovery of her infidelity.” This defense suggests that the situation may be more complicated than it initially appears.

The attorneys further stated, “She has refused to vacate the residence and made a number of extortive efforts prior to resorting to this baseless allegation against Mr. Worthy. The complainant further destroyed a room in the residence, scratched Mr. Worthy’s face and ripped out parts of his hair, which there is photographic evidence of. Worthy told law enforcement at the time of the incident he did not want to press charges against the complainant.” These claims, if proven true, could significantly impact the outcome of the case.

The Kansas City Chiefs have also weighed in on the situation. They told the AP on Saturday that they were aware of the situation and still gathering information. This statement indicates that the team is taking the allegations seriously and is conducting its own investigation.

Worthy’s performance on the field has been nothing short of impressive. He was chosen by the Chiefs with the 28th overall pick in last year’s draft after setting the record for the fastest 40-yard dash at the NFL combine. He got off to a quick start by scoring a pair of touchdowns in his NFL debut, and after a midseason lull, he became the Chiefs’ go-to wide receiver as they chased an unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl title.

• Worthy finished with 59 catches for 638 yards and six TDs while running 20 times for 104 yards and three more scores.
• He was one of the few bright spots for the Chiefs in a 40-22 loss to Philadelphia in the Super Bowl. Worthy caught all eight of his targets for 157 yards and a pair of touchdowns at the Superdome in New Orleans.

As the legal proceedings continue, the sports world will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds. The outcome could have significant implications for Worthy’s career and the Kansas City Chiefs’ future. For now, all eyes are on the legal process and the potential for new developments in the coming weeks.