A second grand jury in Texas is considering an indictment on accusations of sexual misconduct involving Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, according to the New York Times.
Twenty-two different women have filed civil complaints against Watson claiming sexual assault and harassment.
A grand jury in Harris County, Texas declined to indict Watson on criminal charges in nine cases earlier this month. A 10th criminal complaint filed with Houston police for an incident that is alleged in an outside jurisdiction is the most recent case to be reviewed by this second grand jury in Brazoria County, according to the reports.A decision from the grand jury onThe Cleveland Browns acquired Watson in a trade with the Houston Texans.19 News has reached out to the Cleveland Browns, Deshaun Watson’s attorney and the lawyer representing the victims for additional comment.
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