Second-year College student and University football player Bryan Lescanec was arrested early Wednesday morning on charges of assault and battery, according to Charlottesville police.
Yesterday afternoon, 19-year-old Lescanec, a walk-on running back, was dismissed from the team by head coach Al Groh for "conduct detrimental to the program," the Athletics department announced in a press release.
According to a press release from the Charlottesville Police, Lescanec allegedly fondled a 21-year-old University student at A.J.'s Grill and Bar on Elliewood Ave. The woman, who was at the bar with friends, reported the incident to police. According to the press release, she alleged Lescanec "inappropriately touched [her] against her will and without her consent."
After filing a report for forcible fondling, police issued a warrant charging Lescanec with assault and battery, Charlottesville Police Sgt. Melvin Davis confirmed.
According to the Charlottesville police bulletin, Lescanec was taken into custody Wednesday at his residence without incident. He was later released on a $2,500 bond, according to the press release.
Though Lescanec was attending a bar while underage, the police are not currently considering any alcohol-related charges, according to Charlottesville Police Lt. Gary Pleasants.
"Nothing's done with that at this time, just the warrant for the assault matter," Pleasants said.
Charlottesville police have declined to release any further information on the identity of the victim or the assault.
The Athletics department also declined to comment.
Read More
U.Va. sees 11 percent increase in early decision applications for Class of 2029
By Sophie Long | 4 days agoThe early decision application process is a binding agreement designed for students who have chosen the University as their top choice.
Corner businesses carry on through winter break despite few students on Grounds
By Nina Broderick | 5 days agoNot only are students customers of these businesses, but they are also employees.
Winter storm warning in effect for Charlottesville starting Sunday evening
By Cecilia Mould | 6 days agoReports from the National Weather Service predict that Charlottesville will experience snow, sleet and freezing rain beginning Sunday afternoon and lasting through Monday.
