A star player for the Detroit Red Wings has been formally charged with rape following allegations made earlier this month, according to authorities. The charges stem from an alleged incident that occurred in downtown Detroit, involving a woman who claims she was sexually assaulted by the player after a night out.
According to the Detroit Police Department, the woman reported the assault shortly after it allegedly occurred. After an investigation that included interviews, review of surveillance footage, and forensic testing, prosecutors decided to move forward with formal charges. The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed that the player faces multiple counts, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct, a felony charge that carries the possibility of a lengthy prison sentence if convicted.
The Detroit Red Wings organization issued a brief statement acknowledging the charges. “We are aware of the serious allegations involving one of our players. We take this matter extremely seriously. The player has been suspended indefinitely pending the outcome
