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David Irving‘s girlfriend, Angela Sanchez, has retracted claims of domestic abuse. Frisco (Texas) police began investigating Sanchez’s allegations after she called them twice Sunday night.
Sanchez said in a statement she lied to police because she was “emotional and upset.” More
An “America’s Got Talent” champ was arrested this week for domestic violence after he allegedly attacked his baby mama with a golf club. More
A look at what’s happening all around the majors Friday:
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RUSSELL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ALLEGATIONS
It’s unclear when All-Star shortstop Addison Russell will return to the Chicago Cubs amid domestic violence allegations. His wife, Melisa, posted a photo Wednesday on Instagram with a caption suggesting he was unfaithful to her. In another post, a user named (at)carlierreed – described by Melisa as a close friend – accused Russell of ”mentally and physically abusing her.” The posts have been deleted. More
NFL star DeAndre Hopkins says his mom was blinded and physically scarred for life in a brutal domestic violence incident … and he’s sharing his story with high school kids.
Hopkins was the guest speaker at Wisdom High School in Houston, TX, where he recalled the terrible day when he was 12 years old and his mother was the victim of an acid attack. The assault left her blind in both eyes…
Former New York Giants kicker Josh Brown admitted publicly to domestic violence for the first time during an interview with “Good Morning America,” but he disputed the more than 20 incidents claimed by his now ex-wife, Molly Brown, and he said he never hit her. More
Colorado assistant coach Joe Tumpkin has resigned amid allegations of domestic violence by an ex-girlfriend.
Tumpkin was placed on administrative leave earlier this month after Buffaloes coach Mike MacIntrye and athletic director Rick George learned the woman had obtained a restraining order against the safeties coach.
Tumpkin served on the Colorado…
Having been burned multiple times, from Ray Rice to Josh Brown, the NFL is taking its time in its official probe of the domestic violence accusations against the Cowboys’ rookie running back. Is the league being thorough, or just prolonging things for appearances?
The MMQB staff writer Tim Rohan shares how the NFL has changed the way it investigates domestic violence cases. More