Patriots’ Christian Barmore Deflects Questions Regarding Domestic Assault Charge

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore addressed reporters in the locker room on Friday afternoon after it was released that he was facing domestic assault and battery charges against a household or family member. His conversation with reporters lasted less than 1 minute and 30 seconds.

And with that, he repeated the same phrase over and over again when asked about anything concerning this legal issue.

Here is part of the conversation: 

Would you like a chance to deny the accusations against you?
“I’m focused on Miami. Playing football.”

What is your version of events?
“I’m focused on Miami. Playing football.”

What sort of conversations have you had with your teammates about what’s going on?
“I’m focused on Miami. Playing football.”

However, he did provide a longer answer when asked about being back on the field following his health scare (blood clots).

“It’s a blessing from God,” he replied. “I thank God for it every day. And my coaches, my medical team, everybody.”

Barmore is set to be arraigned on Feb. 3, which is just before the Super Bowl.


The Charges Against Christian Barmore

Barmore is facing a misdemeanor charge of assault and battery on a household/family member from an incident on Aug. 8, according to court documents. Specifically, Barmore is being accused of physically assaulting of a women with whom he shares a 2-year-old daughter. He allegedly threw her to the ground after he became angry over the air conditioner temperature in his bedroom, as well as an argument over food.
The victim says she “intended to open the door and scream for help,” but Barmore “grabbed her before she could and threw her to the floor.” He is said to have grabbed her by the shirt “in the area of her neck” while she tried to get up. He eventually let her go.
Barmore’s attorney, David E. Meier, released a statement after the charges were made public.
“We are confident that the evidence will demonstrate that no criminal conduct took place,” Meier said. “Based on the facts and the law, we expect that this personal matter will be resolved in the near future and both parties will move forward together.”

Mike Vrabel Adressed Christian Barmore and Stefon Diggs Incidents

Mike Vrabel

GettyNew England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel

Just a day before the news about Barmore broke, it came out that wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing charges of felony strangulation as well as assault and battery for an alleged incident with his personal chef.

And on Wednesday, head coach Mike Vrabel fielded numerous questions regarding these allegations.

“Well, we always want to gather more information, but these are – we’ve been aware of these allegations,” he explained. “Yesterday and today aren’t the first that we’ve heard about them. Trying to do everything in accordance with the league policy and making sure that we’re in compliance with the league.”

“Again, allegations, and we want to make sure that the court – that those ongoing court proceedings – and once those are satisfied, then we’ll come to whatever conclusion and whatever decision that we have to make,” he later reiterated. “We’ll also stay committed to our preparation here with Miami, making sure that everybody’s ready to go, whoever plays on Sunday.”

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