Former NBA star J.R. Smith arrested over assault allegations

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 23:54 · Archive

Former NBA star J.R. Smith has been arrested following allegations he roughed up a woman.

Former NBA star J.R. Smith was arrested this week following allegations he assaulted a woman. Court documents obtained by outlets allege that Smith 'intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly' caused 'bodily injury' to a member of his family, household or someone with whom he was dating.

According to the filings, the alleged incident occurred just days before Smith's arrest. The documents reference conduct described as 'hitting, grabbing or pushing' a woman, though further details of the allegations have not been disclosed.

How it is being reported

• Controversial NBA star JR Smith accused of 'hitting, grabbing or pushing' a woman in shocking court filingDaily Mail Sport · 2 Oct, 23:42
• Disturbing allegations from ex-NBA star J.R. Smith’s assault arrest emergeNew York Post · 2 Oct, 20:06

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