Big Ben headed for trouble if charges pan out

**Kratos** · 03-09-2010, 12:50 PM

Steelers QB attorney: ‘No sexual assault occurred’
By KATE BRUMBACK,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. (AP)—A high-profile defense attorney hired by Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger(notes) on Monday disputed a college student’s claim that the two-time Super Bowl winner sexually assaulted her at a Georgia nightclub.

AP - Mar 5, 7:27 pm EST 1 of 13 NFL Gallery The 20-year-old told police Roethlisberger, who had been out barhopping with friends, assaulted her early Friday. Roethlisberger has not been charged.

“The facts show that there was no criminal activity. No sexual assault occurred,” attorney Ed Garland said in a statement Monday. “Ben is completely innocent of any crime.”

Milledgeville police said at a press conference that they expect to interview Roethlisberger in the next several days. They said they have not taken a DNA sample from him but probably will.

Authorities also said the woman has hired an attorney, though they would not identify him or her. The woman’s name has not been released.

They expect to interview about eight people and said they are reviewing video footage obtained from several businesses. They declined to elaborate.

“The investigation is ongoing. It would be premature to make any announcement at this time,” said Fred Bright, district attorney for the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. “When the facts are in and a decision is made, we will let you know.”

Roethlisberger, who owns a home about 30 miles north of Milledgeville on Lake Oconee, is also being sued by a woman who claims he raped her in 2008 at a hotel-casino in Lake Tahoe hotel and casino, an allegation he strongly denies.

Steelers President Art Rooney II said in a statement Monday that the team is closely monitoring the Milledgeville situation.

“All of us in the Steelers family are concerned about the recent incident involving Ben Roethlisberger in Georgia,” the statement said. “We cannot comment on any of the specifics until law enforcement’s investigation is concluded.”

Garland, Roethlisberger’s new attorney, previously represented rapper T.I. on a federal weapons charge and Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis(notes) in a murder case. More serious charges against Lewis were dropped and he pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor obstruction of justice charge.

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**Kratos** · 03-09-2010, 12:51 PM

correction to title, he has not been charged yet
but police are investigating

**Hard.On** · 03-09-2010, 12:51 PM

If the glove dont fit,
You must aquite

**FranciscoG** · 03-09-2010, 12:55 PM

So how much is she suing for?

**Kratos** · 03-09-2010, 01:44 PM

First one was for 390k
the chick never bothered to even go to police
that one is still pending I think
details...http://www.thepittsburghchannel.com/...49/detail.html

the second chick went to police
and depending on what information they find in the investigation as to his guilt
if he is guilty, it could be much more
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/...n6281354.shtml

no word on what the police have
but she went right to the police right away and I guess was hysterical and crying

who knows, all these high profile guys have a target on their back
he should keep his ass out of the club
but not many details yet

**zimmy** · 03-09-2010, 03:21 PM

girls just want a paycheck. Funny how when a girl lies like this, a jury almost always believes them

**MuscleScience** · 03-09-2010, 04:16 PM

Originally Posted by Kratos

First one was for 390k
the chick never bothered to even go to police
that one is still pending I think
details...http://www.thepittsburghchannel.com/...49/detail.html

the second chick went to police
and depending on what information they find in the investigation as to his guilt
if he is guilty, it could be much more
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/...n6281354.shtml

no word on what the police have
but she went right to the police right away and I guess was hysterical and crying

who knows, all these high profile guys have a target on their back
he should keep his ass out of the club
but not many details yet

He doesnt seem to smart. First the motorcycle crash now a second sexual allegation. I am sure the Steelers have told him to time and again to keep his ass out of strip and night clubs.

**Kratos** · 03-09-2010, 06:40 PM

Originally Posted by zimmy

girls just want a paycheck. Funny how when a girl lies like this, a jury almost always believes them

the first one, most likely since she never bothered to go to the cops
the second one...we'll have to wait for the facts of the case
right now only the two of them know what happend

look at kobe, tiger, pretty much any athlete at the top of their game
they think they're above the law

**WARMachine** · 03-09-2010, 06:51 PM

I just wanted to post here to say Kratos eats kittens. Ive seen it.

**Kratos** · 03-09-2010, 07:08 PM

^and?^

**WARMachine** · 03-09-2010, 07:12 PM

**ModelInProgress** · 03-09-2010, 09:00 PM

I agree with Kratos that alot of athletes (and other celebrities) think and/or act like they are above the law, but I also know that there are alot of women (better known as sluts) that target these men. Not necessarily referring to the Roethlisberger situation (inasmuch as I don't know the details) but when the girl ends up in a guy's hotel room, car, or other secluded location by choice, it seems a little suspicious when she cries rape or sexual assault later (especially when it becomes a civil suit instead of a criminal case). On the other hand, these same sluts are the ones that make it hard for some women that have legitimate cases to either come forward or get justice.

**Brown Ninja** · 03-09-2010, 10:40 PM

Now we know why they call him Big Ben.

**freakinhuge** · 03-10-2010, 12:29 PM

This is the second time he has put himself in a bad situation like this. He could be in real trouble.

**alexISthrowed** · 03-10-2010, 01:31 PM

I hate how celebrities think they are better than everyone else. They think they have more authority and that their opinions are more important than your average person. If your an actor or singer that does not make you an expert on politics and what not. I think if someone famous breaks the law they should go to the same prison as everyone else and get the same treatment. If brad pitt rapes a girl he should go to prison. If he gets shanked in prison and dies oh well, but in all reality that would just cause a big fuss about how terrible the prison system is. Our society is pretty messed up IMO.