Jabrill Peppers Acquitted of Assault and Battery Charges
Jabrill Peppers, safety for the New England Patriots, has been acquitted of all charges in a domestic violence trial. The jury found him not guilty of assault and battery, as well as domestic violence allegations, after a two-day deliberation. Despite the acquittal, Peppers will face a civil case moving forward. During the trial, Peppers testified and denied the assault allegations, while also admitting to a separate charge of cocaine possession, which has drawn criticism regarding his conduct. The legal troubles surrounding Peppers highlight the ongoing challenges faced by NFL players off the field.
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