Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew will not face any charges after all, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
No charges for Maurice Jones-Drew, per report
Maurice Jones-Drew’s agent says that there won’t be any charges filed against him after all.
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Reports surfaced early on Tuesday that Jones-Drew would be charged with battery for his involvement in an altercation at a restaurant in St. Augustine, Fla. An initial police report stated that Jones-Drew punched a security guard in the face, knocking him out.
Jones-Drew’s agent, Adisa Bakari, states that he was not involved in the fight and left the scene as soon as things escalated:
Adisa Bakari: "Maurice was there and was not involved. As soon as an altercation broke out, Maurice exited the premises."
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 28, 2013
Bakari goes on to state that St. Augustine police will file a new release clearing Jones-Drew of any charges:
Maurice Jones-Drew’s agent, Adisa Bakari, said St. Augstine police about to issue new release saying no charges filed against MJD.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 28, 2013
Jones-Drew has not made a comment yet, but this incident is unlikely to be a major issue going forward.
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