Seven members of the Michigan State football team are being criminally charged for the October 29 assault on two players from University of Michigan, according to a Wednesday announcement from the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office.
The physical incident last month occurred in Michigan Stadium’s tunnel following the conclusion of a game between the two teams.
The players named by the office were Khary Crump (one count of felony assault); Itayvion Brown (one count of aggravated assault); Angelo Grose (one count of aggravated assault); Justin White (one count of aggravated assault); Brandon Wright (one count of aggravated assault); Zion Young (one count of aggravated assault); and Jacoby Windmon (one count of assault and battery).
Video of the October attack on Michigan defensive backs Gemon Green and Ja’Den McBurrows went viral and drew national media attention.
The Michigan Wolverines had defeated the Michigan State Spartans 29-7 prior to the assault.
“At the University of Michigan we appreciate the thoughtful, deliberate approach from the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office to this unfortunate incident,” Michigan President Santa J. Ono said in a statement, according to the Associated Press.
“We also want to express our concern for all the players involved, especially those who were injured. The University of Michigan will continue to cooperate fully with any additional reviews of this matter,” Ono added.
This is a breaking story and will be updated as more information comes available.