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Roethlisberger accused of sexual assault, again
Posted by Mike Florio on March 5, 2010 3:49 PM ET
As if this first day of the 2010 league year wasn't sufficiently hectic, one of the more ugly situations from the 2009 league year suddenly has migrated back onto the front burner.

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has been accused of sexual assault. Again.

TMZ reports that the alleged incident allegedly occurred (allegedly) early Friday in Milledgeville, Georgia, a town that when you say it sounds a little like "Allegedville."

The alleged victim and witnesses are being interviewed, and police have interviewed Roethlisberger.

Per TMZ, no charges have been filed yet.

Even if he's cleared, the fact that Big Ben would put himself in position to be on the wrong end of these allegations given everything he has experienced in Nevada makes us think that, yes, he really is as dumb as he looks.

And if you don't know what we're talking about regarding Nevada, we're glad that you have emerged from your coma. Please type "Roethlisberger" and "sexual" in the search box and you'll quickly be up to speed.

The difference this time around is that the alleged victim didn't wait a year to make the claim. She didn't even wait a day.


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What a moron/scumbag.

Pretty crazy.

TMZ through Rotoworld?

That's a very reliable source

Just by reading a few things on the Steeler boards is sounds like Ben can be quite an ass in real life.

I'll wait till I see the facts.

I went to the same school as the ogre, and let me tell you, he is a pompous, arrogant jerk, and there was at least one sexual assult allegation on him while I was there, and more than enough rumors to make one think there was some fire with the smoke. Take if for what you will, but I dont doubt this girl's claim one bit.

maybe this girl should hire the browns to take care of the matter, considering last time they saw him, they put him into the graaaaaaaaaaaaawwwwndd 8 times.

That you for reminding of that game.

Yessssssssssssssssssssssssssss!

Ben Roethlisberger is a jerk???

C'mon, you're pulling my leg...

Sarcasm aside, it seems that his human bullet imitation still has him confused when it comes to "no" meaning "no".

Here is the AP story; looks a little more legit now.


http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5...mp;confirm=true

Steelers QB Roethlisberger accused of sexual assault in Georgia
Associated Press


MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is being investigated in an allegation of sexual assault at a nightclub, police said Friday.

Officers said the alleged assault occurred early Friday morning at a nightclub in Milledgeville, about 85 miles southeast of Atlanta. The player owns a home nearby.

The two-time Super Bowl champion and some of his friends were seen visiting local restaurants and bars Thursday night.

"He's been identified as being at the scene, and there are allegations naming him as the perpetrator," Deputy Chief Richard Malone said.

Malone said Roethlisberger had been with three other people who were mingling with another group that included the alleged victim. Malone said the woman and her party contacted a nearby police officer following the alleged assault.

Several areas of the bar were considered a crime scene, but Malone wouldn't elaborate.

Roethlisberger and the alleged victim have been interviewed, and the woman was taken to a hospital, where she was treated and released, Malone said.

Separately, Roethlisberger has been sued by a woman who claims that he raped her in 2008 at a Lake Tahoe hotel. Roethlisberger denies those allegations and has asked for counter-damages.

"Last night, Ben and his friends met a group of women and everyone mingled together throughout the evening," the player's agent, Ryan Tollner, said in the statement. "We have spoken to law enforcement. Based on information currently available, an allegation was made against Ben, which appeared to be dismissed after a preliminary investigation last night. Obviously, given the prior accusation against Ben, we are skeptical of motive, but we will continue to cooperate with everyone involved."

Steelers spokesman Dave Lockett released a statement from the team: "We are gathering information, and that is the only comment we have at this time."

Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press

Don't have a clue if it's real or is someone is trying to make a buck off him..

But this isn't the first time,, Just saying,, this kid has to make some better choices as to who to hang with......

Too much drinking I guess.

I would hope - regardless of the outcome of this - that ben realizes his days of partying should be coming to an end. At least the women part of it.

Oh - I"d just like to add this: And some people wonder why many Browns fans were wishing Hank Fraley the best - one even said it was only because of danielle.

Folks - this is a good example of what Fraley was NOT.

2 words.

Douche

Bag.

It is widely known, except by most Steeler fans, that the guy is a POS. I'm sure most of them will defend the guy for no other reason than he's their QB and won 2 Superbowls.

I've talked to people who went to Miami when he was there, people who have seen him out at bars, and stories from people on here.

One woman accuses him is a big question, but a second one is a bit alarming. And this one DID file a police report immediately and got treated in the hospital. So there will be evidence collected. Witnesses will be in that area and will be interviewed. And if someone above said there were incidents before this, it comes to the point where the guy may be a sexual predator.

Allegedly.

He may have a classic case of "athlete's disease". Money, fame, and never having to abide by the rules of society.

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Ben will say it was consensual,but her filing charges immediately looks bad.Real bad.....

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that's the part that makes me think that this could be real misconduct on his part. the other girl that filed charges against Ben took her time about reporting it and wasn't there contact between her lawyers and Bens.. the memory of that situation is fuzzy because it happened a while ago.

This seems different. It has a different feel to it..

Despite what I really think,....she could also just be playing it smarter -- {on both counts, (1) golddigger and (2) actual victim} -- having learned from the first episode.

It's just odd he keeps getting into this type of situation.

How many times before peoples minds stop thinking goldigger and start thinking this just aint coincidence?

Where there's smoke...

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Despite what I really think,....she could also just be playing it smarter -- {on both counts, (1) golddigger and (2) actual victim} -- having learned from the first episode.

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Yeah, that's also a real possibility...

But,....what I think is what Arch said above about "Athlete's Disease."

This make the most sense. The guy is just not smart enough to keep himself out of bad situations.

I don't think there is a question about that at all OoooRah...

It's sometimes hard for us to think in terms of level of maturity these guys have.

I mean, how old is Ben now.. 27 or so. he's a millionaire,, he's a celeb, he's basically known by sports fans everywhere..... I'm sure, like a lot of star athletes, he's faced with and offered things that we fans can't even imagine.

From women, drugs, booze etc to who knows what.

So the temptation is there..

I think at thier age, they don't always know what to do about it.

I'm not defending him,,,I'm certainly not condoning any criminal actions,,, I just think that's what happens with some of these kids..

J/C

In the last case, most of the talk in the media came from Ben's lawyer and agent. The girl took long because her boss was a Ben fanatic and thru her under the bus immediately. She may have been lying, but I feel she was unfairly categorized in the media with no proof. Ben had the money and her boss in his pocket. I wouldn,t concede that he was exhonerated in that case, by anyone but the media and his people.

This case seems to be different, although the "golddigger" monicker is already being thrown around. I would like to point out that in this instance his agent and lawyer are not denying anything right out like the last time. IMO there is evidence, and they know it could hurt him.

All in all, like I said before, a pattern to his behaviour can't be overlooked. He has the money and the media behind him, but his past actions need to be taken in to account.

Before anyone throws out the "innocent until being proven guilty" line, think about the girl's right too. Last time the other girl was percieved and touted by many as a golddigger without any proof. She lost before she had a chance. This time, maybe the "victim" should get the benefit of the doubt just as the "accused" is.

I know people who personally have dealt with Ben, and they seem to think he has an aura of entitlement to him. He is known around Pittsburgh for his arrogant personality, but because of the Steelers he is let off the hook.

I just wonder if the league will punish him accordingly if he is found guilty, or if they will stash it away the way they did with Holmes and his reefer posession.

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The girl took long because her boss was a Ben fanatic and thru her under the bus immediately.

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Sounds like a lawsuit waiting to happen...

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Ben had the money and her boss in his pocket

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Man, I missed all of that.. I didn't know that was even something that happened..

Where did you get that info eryze?

Oh boy here he goes again !!!

1st time make you think she might be a liar...2 times and ben probably has a problem

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an, I missed all of that.. I didn't know that was even something that happened..

Where did you get that info eryze?

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When the first case came out, it was reported that she knew her boss was a huge fan of Ben, and she was afraid to lose her job. It stated that he would invite Ben there and cater to him. It was also reported that the boss told other employees to side against her.

What bothered me then and what still bothers me, is that she was made to be the villian in the press by Ben's people and the casino owner. The case, as far as I know was never settled.

IMO, and only IMO, I believe he bought his way out of it.

pdated Mar 6, 2010 6:33 PM ET
MILLEDGEVILLE, GA. (AP)
For the second time in a year, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is being accused of sexual misconduct, with police investigating him Saturday for an alleged assault at a nightclub in a Georgia college town.

Police in Milledgeville were examining the claim of a 20-year-old student, who told an officer that Roethlisberger sexually assaulted her early Friday. The police department had no plans to comment further until Monday at the earliest.


Brooks has the complete inside scoop, with developing details on the alleged incident.

Plus check out revelations from the police press conference.

The case comes as Roethlisberger faces a lawsuit filed last July by a woman who says he raped her in 2008 at a Lake Tahoe hotel and casino, an allegation he strongly denies. Roethlisberger, who was not in custody, has not been criminally charged in either case and has claimed counter-damages in the lawsuit.

Still, to hear it on the airwaves in Pittsburgh, this latest situation seems to have shaken fans of the star quarterback, a man who has never hidden the fact he enjoys the nightlife. He has been spotted gambling in Las Vegas and is sometimes seen in public with small groups of friends and bodyguards.

The latest accusation came early Friday in downtown Milledgeville, about 85 miles southeast of Atlanta and about 30 miles south of the lake home the player owns. Roethlisberger, who turned 28 on Tuesday, and two or three friends went to Buffington's bar earlier Thursday night to watch the University of Pittsburgh men's college basketball game, said Paul Kurcikevicus, a 24-year-old college student.

He said the group was friendly, at first joking that Roethlisberger was not the NFL player. Kurcikevicus said Roethlisberger bought shots for him and some other people in the bar: "O-Bombs,'' a mixture of energy drink and flavored rum.

The group later went to The Brick restaurant nearby, owner Frank Pendergrast said.

"He was very polite with everybody,'' Pendergrast said. "He was down here from about 11:30 until about 1:30 having a good time, talking to a lot of people. Looked like he was signing autographs and letting people take pictures. Other than that, it was really uneventful.''


The building which houses Capital City nightclub (lower left, below the red strip).
John Amis
Roethlisberger was later seen at Capital City, a popular nightclub for students at Georgia College & State University in Milledgeville.

One patron at the bar on Friday night, 21-year-old college student Brandon Harris, said he saw Roethlisberger come in the night before with two or three big men who were keeping other club goers away. Harris said the group went into a curtained VIP area in the back of the club, and some women were let inside.

Amber Hanley, a 21-year-old college student, said she and a few friends were also in the VIP area with Roethlisberger. She said she asked the quarterback to take a photo with her friend, who was a fan, but he seemed disappointed that's all she wanted. Hanley said she rolled her eyes, and Roethlisberger called her an expletive and walked away. Later, Roethlisberger was aggressively hitting on another girl, Hanley said.

Deputy Police Chief Richard Malone said Friday that Roethlisberger had been with three other people who were mingling with another group that included the alleged victim. Malone said the woman and her party contacted a nearby police officer following the alleged assault.

"He's been identified as being at the scene and there are allegations naming him as the perpetrator,'' Malone said. The nature of the assault was not described, but Malone did say it was being termed a sexual assault, not a rape.

Roethlisberger and the alleged victim were interviewed and the woman was taken to a hospital, where she was treated and released, Malone said. The woman was not identified by police and The Associated Press does not generally identify possible victims of sexual abuse.

Police said Roethlisberger and his attorney were cooperating with investigators. He was not in custody.

The player's agent, Ryan Tollner, said in a statement he was skeptical of the motive of the alleged victim in Milledgeville because of the previous Lake Tahoe allegations. Steelers spokesman Dave Lockett said the team was gathering information and had no comment.

As Pittsburgh's first-round draft pick out of Miami of Ohio in 2004, Roethlisberger led the Steelers to Super Bowl victories in 2006 and 2009. He has frequently donated time and money to charities, and his charitable foundation awards a police dog to a department near every Steelers road opponent.

However, with his championships and $102 million contract have come several off-the-field problems. In 2006, he defied his coach's orders and rode his motorcycle without a helmet - and wound up with a concussion, broken jaw and other injuries after a wreck.

And while Roethlisberger has a reputation for patiently signing autographs and posing for pictures while out in public, he also is known for occasionally inelegant behavior in Pittsburgh. Early in his career, he was photographed — obviously after imbibing in alcohol — wearing a T-shirt reading "Drink Like a Champion.'' Restaurant owners in Pittsburgh have complained he has tried to skip out on bills, arguing he brought business to the establishment.

The public largely supported him when he was accused of sexual assault in Nevada. But radio shows in Pittsburgh have been flooded with calls since Friday's allegation — few of them sympathetic, with many wondering if the new case indicates a troubling pattern of behavior.


I posted this story, because it backs up something I posted when the first case came out, and was deleted as heresay. Ben is notorius for bringing his "posse" into places and expecting to be treated like a king. My friend is a security gaurd for the team and told me stories babout him skipping out on the bill more than once.

There is a pattern to his behaviour, and those close to him try to hide it.

" it was being termed a sexual assault,not a rape"

IDK what that means?

What kind of millionaire skips out on tabs when the working class folks that pay for tickets are on the recieving end of the walkouts.


What a jerk

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" it was being termed a sexual assault,not a rape"

IDK what that means?

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It generally means no penetration. But that there was an assault aimed at that goal.

If this or his priors goes to trial, the biggest problem Ben will have is if the judge allows the priors to be revealed to the jury. The jury will have the option to think "Where there is smoke there is fire"

IF thats the case and IF the prosecution has DNA, then Ben stands a good chance of doing time.