Charges will not be filed in UA Rape Investigation...Press Release from Players

[Scott Marshall]

Judge William Storey tells KNWA charges will not be filed in a rape investigation involving University of Arkansas basketball players.
The following is part of a letter sent to Judge Storey from Special Prosecutor H.G. Foster:
"I have completed my review of the matter referred for my determination as to the filing of criminal charges. Based upon the investigation of the University of Arkansas Police Department , test and reports of the Arkansas State Crime Lab, and other information developed in the case, it is my finding that there is not sufficient evidence to warrant the filing of a criminal charge."

Press Release

Of

Marcus Britt, Glenn Bryant and Nick Mason

Date:                February 05, 2010

    We are happy that the special prosecutor has decided not to file criminal charges against us. We were confident that the special prosecutor would reach this conclusion because we knew all along that we did not commit any crimes. We believe that we have been unfairly portrayed and placed in a false light by this process and feel it is necessary to rectify this situation by making certain facts known to the public. We were guilty of conduct unbecoming of a Razorback student/athlete and have accepted the punishment that came with those actions. However, we did not commit the widely reported acts of which we have been accused.
     Unfortunately and unfairly, we have been punished for actions we did not commit by suffering through unfounded suspicion in a public manner. The truth is that we voluntarily took and passed a polygraph examination in December, 2009 (Nick Mason did not participate) which showed that we did not engage in the conduct of which we were accused. We all voluntarily submitted DNA samples which, through scientific testing methods and procedures conducted by the Arkansas Sates Crime Lab, conclusively proves beyond a reasonable doubt that we did not commit the acts of which we were accused as the DNA taken from the accuser was not contributed by any of us.
    As a result of these baseless but inflammatory allegations against us, we have suffered greatly, the Razorback Basketball Program has been cast in a bad light, our basketball careers have been interrupted, and we have been held to public suspicion. We genuinely believe that we are due an apology from the accuser though we harbor no great expectations of that happening. At the minimum, perhaps the Razorback nation can now accept the truth of this matter and judge us for what we did and not for what we did not do.

[DeltaBoy]

Amen now let the dogs go back to sleep and kick them no more.

[ErieHog]

Amen now let the dogs go back to sleep and kick them no more.

It doesn't mater.  If the team struggles a little in 3 or 4 years, you'll never hear about any of that-- you'll just hear about three players who got away with rape-- never mind the facts.

[Breems]

It doesn't mater.  If the team struggles a little in 3 or 4 years, you'll never hear about any of that-- you'll just hear about three players who got away with rape-- never mind the facts.

Bingo!

[bellavistamike]

It doesn't mater.  If the team struggles a little in 3 or 4 years, you'll never hear about any of that-- you'll just hear about three players who got away with rape-- never mind the facts.

Erie is correct, and that truth he spoke is sad.

[thirtythree]

It doesn't mater.  If the team struggles a little in 3 or 4 years, you'll never hear about any of that-- you'll just hear about three players who got away with rape-- never mind the facts.

Bingo!

All thos people who bashed them in here should come out publicly and apologize for it, but I hold no exectations that would happen.

[iCalledThatHogBrotha!]

There should be a law against false accusations like this.  Forget an apology, the girl should spend 10 years in jail. 

[wholehog92]

There have been cases where the accuser has been charged.  I wonder if that is the next step?

[Lando Calrissian]

These fine, upstanding young men are role models for everyone.

[chiefsfan]

There should be a law against false accusations like this.  Forget an apology, the girl should spend 10 years in jail. 

it generally only happens when it can be proven the woman was trying to gain fame or something by making the claim

[kgr]

It would help if the players didn't make dumb arse statements on twitter even if not guilty. 

[twistitup]

I knew it all along...the daddy just could not accept it.

Daddy's know best....now he has DNA proof that his daughter is a floozy.

[twistitup]

it generally only happens when it can be proven the woman was trying to gain fame or something by making the claim

B.S. - you cannot falsely accuse people of anything. Nothing to do with fame...it's called filing a false police report.

[TomasPistola]

And so, you won't get an apology from the young lady that falsely accused them. You also won't get an apology from the aholes on this board that considered them guilty before they knew the facts. The players were certainly guilty of bad judgment. But that appears to be it.

[twistitup]

And so, you won't get an apology from the young lady that falsely accused them. You also won't get an apology from the aholes on this board that considered them guilty before they knew the facts. The players were certainly guilty of bad judgment. But that appears to be it.

I agree....and being guilty of bad judgment is something we can all relate to when we were 18-21

[football17]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesnt mean the girl lied about anything...

[football17]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Family's Response to Special Prosecutor's Decision Not to File Criminal Charges

February 5, 2010 - Fayetteville, Arkansas.

This morning we received a copy of a letter sent by Special Prosecutor H.G. Foster informing
Judge Storey of the decision not to file criminal charges. It is indeed a rare occurrence that a
special prosecutor is appointed in any criminal matter. Still, based on the inherent conflicts of
interest with entities involved in the investigation, the family believes it was necessary and
right, though ultimately they are disappointed in the finding that convictions would not likely
be secured from the evidence presented.

As stated in the Petition for Appointment of a Special Prosecutor, there is a strong and clear
need for systemic change in how certain criminal investigations are conducted on the University
of Arkansas campus. This is particularly true in cases involving the potential for
substantial negative implications for the university's revenue-generating activities. It is the
family's desire to see a true reformation in policies and procedures in this regard.

The family has exhausted all remedies available to them through the criminal justice system
and shall not seek alternative relief. The pursuit of justice was their only goal. Moving forward,
the family will continue their advocacy efforts for rape prevention and education, and will work
toward effecting systemic change.

The family would like to express their gratitude for the respect for their privacy in this matter,
and to thank you in advance for continuation in that regard.

[thirtythree]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesnt mean the girl lied about anything...

Ok.

[labb]

So is the young lady still in school?

[Breems]

These fine, upstanding young men are role models for everyone.

I've been watching your posts for a while now.  Doesn't it suck that hardly anyone besides me responds?

[mhsbc59]

Court and DNA says no go then it did not happen from those accused.  Not to say she was not raped but just not by those guys and last I checked DNA is pretty hard evidence not just something u could not get a conviction on.

[Wild Bill Hog]

These fine, upstanding young men are role models for everyone.

Perhaps surpassed only by the high moraled, true lady that has been seen enjoying their company.

[Michael Porkleone]

Perhaps surpassed only by the high moraled, true lady that has been seen enjoying their company.

hahaha...good point. 

[twistitup]

So is the young lady still in school?

School of Hard Knocks...yes.

[The Pig]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesnt mean the girl lied about anything...

True, it could also mean she lied about everything.

[twistitup]

True, it could also mean she lied about everything.

She did and she should be held accountable.

[beansandtaters]

some of you on here are the reason Arkansas gets labeled as backwoods bumpkin idiots. This country's criminal justice system was founded on the concept of innocent until proven guilty. These men have not been proven guilty; therefore, they are innocent.

Now, if you have a problem with three black men allegedly associating with a willing young white woman, then you're simply racists.

[Wayne Watson]

We were guilty of conduct unbecoming of a Razorback student/athlete and have accepted the punishment that came with those actions.

Don't put yourself in a position to be accused.

[thirtythree]

We were guilty of conduct unbecoming of a Razorback student/athlete and have accepted the punishment that came with those actions.

Don't put yourself in a position to be accused.

I think that is a point that we all agree with there.

[Beaverfever]

They should sue the girl.  She made a mistake and dragged their names down.  She should pay based on the evidence.  And screw ya'll that have done nothing but bash our player, even in light of actual evidence. 

[Beaverfever]

These fine, upstanding young men are role models for everyone.

You're an ass. 

[Beaverfever]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesnt mean the girl lied about anything...

bahahahahahahah.   And bahahahahaha

[Hot_Town_Hog]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesnt mean the girl lied about anything...

Could...However, it more than likely means she did lie and the guys falsely accused of this hideous offense will forever have to deal with it. Anyone making false accusations of this nature should be locked up just as long (or longer) as the thousands in jail now due to false accusations.

-1 to all the brilliant posters out here helping spread the word about our BB players when this crock all blew up.  I am sure they appreciate you as a fan.

[Lando Calrissian]

You're an ass. 

Seriously, do you think either side really won this thing?

You're sick if you think one or the other did.

[Lando Calrissian]

You're an ass. 

Oh, and I forgot to say, "Thanks".

[Danny J]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesn't mean the girl lied about anything...

It then becomes "he said...she said". If it is prooven that she lied for whatever reason then she could be charged with filing a false complaint and that does come with jail time. IMO the laws in regards to false complaints are too lenient. The person filing the false complaint should be facing the same penalties under the law that person being accused would serve if they were convicted. I.E. if a woman files a false complaint that could land a man in prison for up to 25 years then she in fact should face the same penalty if convicted of filing a false complaint.
What is sad is that before DNA testing some women who felt guilty, drunk, peer pressured or just plain scorned could claim rape and in many cases men went to jail for absolutely nothing more than pissing off the wrong woman.

[mhsbc59]

Yep women can never be fully trusted! Period

[Iwastherein1969]

the fact there was "insufficient evidence" to file charges doesnt mean the girl lied about anything...

??

[Iwastherein1969]

It then becomes "he said...she said". If it is prooven that she lied for whatever reason then she could be charged with filing a false complaint and that does come with jail time. IMO the laws in regards to false complaints are too lenient. The person filing the false complaint should be facing the same penalties under the law that person being accused would serve if they were convicted. I.E. if a woman files a false complaint that could land a man in prison for up to 25 years then she in fact should face the same penalty if convicted of filing a false complaint.
What is sad is that before DNA testing some women who felt guilty, drunk, peer pressured or just plain scorned could claim rape and in many cases men went to jail for absolutely nothing more than pissing off the wrong woman.

yep...100 % agree

[hillhog]

There should be a law against false accusations like this.  Forget an apology, the girl should spend 10 years in jail. 

Require the accuser to state exactly what did take place, publicly.

[Lando Calrissian]

We can still make "3 man weave" jokes, right?

[mhsbc59]

In the words of ludicrous Yous a Hooooe Yous a Hoooe!

[Lando Calrissian]

In the words of ludicrous Yous a Hooooe Yous a Hoooe!

Tag team, back again...

I'm glad our young role models of men have been exonerated in the Mrs Pelpherys eyes.

Everything is "A" ok now!

[Danny J]

We can still make "3 man weave" jokes, right?

LMAO

[Breems]

Tag team, back again...

I'm glad our young role models of men have been exonerated in the Mrs Pelpherys eyes.

Everything is "A" ok now!

When did you become a mod?  Did we have this board back when the team won the National Title?  I can't see any other time in which you were actually a Razorback fan.

[swinesation]

When did you become a mod?  Did we have this board back when the team won the National Title?  I can't see any other time in which you were actually a Razorback fan.
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Been hittin the sauce pretty hard I think

[Lando Calrissian]

When did you become a mod?  Did we have this board back when the team won the National Title?  I can't see any other time in which you were actually a Razorback fan.

I'm a fan.

[Breems]

I'm a fan.

Good to know. 

[Beaverfever]

I'm a fan.

Lando you are a good poster, and I think you're a real fan, but you seem pretty jaded. 

[Lando Calrissian]

Lando you are a good poster, and I think you're a real fan, but you seem pretty jaded. 

I'm a fan!