A day after Travis County prosecutors declined to pursue domestic violence charges against him, former Texas basketball coach Chris Beard made his first public comments since his December arrest on domestic violence charges that led to his firing.
Former Texas basketball coach Chris Beard made his first public comments Thursday since his December arrest on domestic violence charges that eventually led to his firing.AUSTIN — A day after Travis County prosecutors declined to pursue domestic violence charges against him, former Texas basketball coach Chris Beard issued a statement with his first public comments since his Dec. 12 arrest.
“I am pleased with the announcement that the charges against me have been dismissed,” Beard, a graduate of McCullough High School said in his statement Thursday. “While I always had faith and confidence in the truth and this outcome, it has been extremely challenging to wait patiently and not publicly respond.
“I’m sorry and deeply remorseful to my family, friends, all my players and staff both most recent and past, and everyone at my alma mater The University of Texas, including the fans and supporters who were affected by this situation. I would also like to thank all those who have reached out to express encouragement and love during this difficult time.”after his office determined the felony offense could not be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
In a statement, Garza said the decision was made in accordance with the alleged victim’s wishes and following a “careful and thorough review of the evidence.” A university spokesman said Wednesday that Texas had no comment on the charges against Beard being dropped., two years into a seven-year, $35 million contract. The university announced it would provide no further payments to Beard following his dismissal.
Beard, 49, was arrested and booked into the Travis County Jail on Dec. 12 after his fiancée, Randi Trew, told Austin police officers that Beard became “super violent” during an argument and had strangled her, bit her and threw her off a bed. An arrest affidavit noted Trew’s visible injuries included a bite mark on her right arm and bruises to her face and left leg.
Österreich Neuesten Nachrichten, Österreich Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Domestic violence charge dismissed against former Texas men's basketball coach Chris BeardThe Travis County (Texas) DA's office said the felony domestic violence charge against Chris Beard 'cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.'
Weiterlesen »
Former Texas men's basketball head coach Chris Beard has domestic violence charge droppedFormer men's basketball coach Chris Beard, who was fired by the University of Texas amid domestic violence charges, had his case dismissed on Wednesday.
Weiterlesen »
What’s next for former Texas coach Chris Beard after domestic violence case was droppedA significant first step occurred Wednesday when the Travis County district attorney’s office dismissed a charge of felony domestic violence against Beard,...
Weiterlesen »
Domestic violence case against ex-Texas coach Chris Beard droppedA Texas prosecutor said Wednesday he will dismiss a felony domestic violence case against...
Weiterlesen »
Domestic violence case against ex-Texas coach Chris Beard droppedBeard was accusing of hitting, choking and throwing his fiancee during a December incident at their home.
Weiterlesen »
Domestic violence case against ex-Texas basketball coach Chris Beard is dismissedProsecutors are dismissing a domestic violence case against former University of Texas basketball coach Chris Beard, the Travis County District Attorney’s Office says.
Weiterlesen »