The incident reportedly took place in the student accommodation commons.
According to the statement, A. Watkins allegedly assaulted another person, “grabbing her face, pulling her arms and pushing another girl.” It is added that the basketball player possibly picked up another girl, carried her against her will, took her by the head, which led to the fact that A. Watkins controlled the other person’s behavior, preventing him from leaving space.
A statement released by South Carolina television station WLTX added that the basketball player’s victim may have escaped when she pulled the fire alarm. The victim was then treated for non-life threatening injuries.
A. Watkins was released from custody on a 30,000 USD bond. She was also scheduled for a court hearing, which the basketball player will have to attend on October 25.
Speaking to ESPN, a representative of the University of South Carolina said that they are aware of the situation and are continuing to gather information about it.
We remind you that the Gamecocks won the tournament last NCAA season, and A. Watkins was a crucial part of the championship team.
Last season, the basketball player averaged 9.2 points (55% doubles, 55.6% penalties), 7.4 rebounds, 2.4 blocked shots and 1.3 steals in 20 minutes on the court.
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