Posted on Jun 27
Judge dismisses sexual assault lawsuit against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, citing "insufficient evidence".
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DALLAS, TX -- In a significant development, Collin County Judge Angela Tucker has dismissed the sexual assault lawsuit filed against Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. The judge ruled that there was insufficient evidence to support a criminal case against Prescott and declared that no charges would be pursued in the matter. The dismissal brings an end to a legal battle that has been ongoing since the allegations first surfaced in 2017.
The lawsuit stemmed from an incident in 2017, in which a woman accused Prescott of sexually assaulting her in the back of an SUV parked in a strip club parking lot. The plaintiff's attorneys initially sent a letter in January, outlining their intention to forgo pursuing criminal charges and instead seeking $100 million in damages for mental anguish if Prescott agreed to settle the matter privately.
Judge Angela Tucker carefully reviewed the evidence presented in the case and ultimately concluded that there was insufficient evidence to support the allegations against Prescott. As a result, she dismissed the lawsuit and announced that no charges would be pursued against the Cowboys' star quarterback. The ruling offers a significant vindication for Prescott, who vehemently denied the claims from the outset.
Dak Prescott consistently maintained his innocence throughout the legal proceedings and refuted the allegations made against him. In response to the lawsuit, Prescott filed a countersuit against the woman, seeking damages for defamation and malicious prosecution. His attorney, Levi McCathern, expressed satisfaction with the judge's ruling, stating that justice had prevailed despite the plaintiff's attempts to extort money and tarnish Prescott's reputation.
While the dismissal of the lawsuit represents a significant victory for Dak Prescott, the legal battle may not be entirely over. A hearing is scheduled for September 13 to determine whether sanctions should be imposed on the woman and her legal team. This hearing will assess whether their conduct throughout the case warrants any penalties or disciplinary actions.
The dismissal of the sexual assault lawsuit against Dak Prescott by Judge Angela Tucker marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal saga. With insufficient evidence to support the allegations, the judge's ruling exonerates Prescott and vindicates his steadfast denial of any wrongdoing. As the legal proceedings progress, all eyes will turn to the upcoming hearing to determine potential sanctions against the woman and her legal representatives.