Updated at 3:15 with surveillance video
The Columbus police department said today that no charges will be filed after an investigation into an alleged assault involving Ohio State running back Carlos Hyde. Per The Plain Dealer, Columbus police spokesperson Sgt. Rich said that once that decision was made by the victim, the case was officially closed, regardless of what evidence may or may not be present.
A female had accused Hyde of assaulting her at a bar at 303 S. Front Street on July 20. Police say after talking to the victim, she did not want to pursue charges.
The alleged victim released the following statement to NBC4 Tuesday:
Keeping in mind what is for me and my family I have decided to refrain from filing charges at this time.
Some of the media has rushed to judgment regarding the incident to ensure they are the first to report the information, whether it be factual or false. This has been overwhelming, frustrating and disappointing. It is unimaginable to be exposed to these false reports, claims and rumors and for anticipated 4 months expected to bring this incident to a conclusion.
I would like to thank the Columbus Police department for their patience and professionalism they showed conducting their investigation. They have advised me I have up to two years to consider criminal charges.
I believe the video, if released, will speak for itself when shown in its entirety and not edited or censored.
Thank you
According to 10TV, the CPD will release the tape to the media.
My man @DOMTIBERI on with us right now saying CPD will release the tape to the media. We can judge for ourselves.
— Beau Bishop (@BeauBishop) July 30, 2013
Hyde was suspended from the team pending the investigation so we’ll have to see how Urban decides to handle this now that Hyde won’t be facing charges.
