Laci Rice’s eventful offseason has taken another turn.
The Chiefs’ star wide receiver was accused of assaulting a photographer at a Dallas-area nightclub on May 6, weeks after he was allegedly involved in a high-speed car race with SMU wide receiver Theodore “Teddy” Knox. He had been accused.
But now The Dallas Morning News first reported Tuesdaythe alleged victim in the nightclub incident told police not to press charges against Rice.
The newspaper said the alleged victim signed an affidavit of non-prosecution in the case.
Nevertheless, ESPN reported: That doesn’t mean the Dallas Police Department’s investigation into the alleged incident is over.
“The caller signed a non-charge affidavit and the investigation is ongoing,” Dallas police said in a statement to ESPN.
According to the Dallas Morning News, the “victim” was confronted by the “suspect,” reportedly Rice, after being asked to return to the Lit Lounge & Few nightclub after leaving an after-hours party. It is said that he was beaten.
It is unclear what prompted the attack.
Rice is also charged with eight charges stemming from a car crash in March in which multiple people were injured for driving 119 mph.
Mr. Knox was charged with the same charges as Mr. Rice and was suspended by SMU during the case.
Secretary Rice released a statement on social media shortly after the incident, saying she took “full responsibility” for what allegedly happened.
“Today I met with Dallas Police Department investigators regarding Saturday’s accident,” Rice shared on his X and Instagram accounts in early April. “I take full responsibility for my role in this matter and will continue to cooperate with the necessary authorities. I offer my deepest apologies to everyone affected by Saturday’s accident.”
Two car accident victims have filed a $10 million lawsuit against Mr. Rice and Mr. Knox.
Rice reportedly returned on Monday to participate in Chiefs-sponsored team activities (OTAs) as the team looks to strengthen for the 2024 season after winning last season’s Super Bowl. ing.
