Prosecutors say no charges against DK Metcalf for fan altercation

Steelers extensive receiver DK Metcalf is not going to face prison charges stemming from his altercation with a fan at Ford Field throughout the Steelers’ December sport against the Detroit Lionsthe Wayne County Prosecutors Office introduced May 1.

According to an announcement supplied to the Detroit Free Press, the fan, Ryan Kennedy, “did not appear to be injured, nor did he seek medical attention at the game.”

“At approximately 5:30 pm, it is alleged that [Kennedy] left his seat holding a Metcalf jersey to get an autograph. As he approached the front railing of the stands, he said something to Mr. Metcalf. As Mr. Metcalf approached the stands, there was a brief interaction where Mr. Metcalf grabbed his shirt and pushed him back,” the assertion additionally mentioned.

“After an extensive review of all the relevant evidence, the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has determined that charges will not be an issue in this case.”

Metcalf was suspended two video games with out pay for the incident, forfeiting greater than $500,000 in sport checks and voiding his $45 million in ensures.

Kennedy is suing Metcalf, amongst others, for making “defamatory and life-altering statements.” Former NFL gamers Chad Johnson and Shannon Sharpe are included in that lawsuit for publicly suggesting Metcalf’s actions had been motivated by Kennedy utilizing racist language. That lawsuit stays ongoing.