Scottie Scheffler prepared to go to trial over Valhalla arrest as lawyer insists golf star will plead not guilty: 'He didn't do anything wrong'
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler prepared to go to trial over Valhalla arrest as lawyer insists golf star will plead not guilty: 'He didn't do anything wrong'

Daily Mail  

Scottie Scheffler's lawyer insists the world No 1 will go to trial to clear his name if charges of assaulting a police officer are not dropped. Scheffler's lawyer Steve Romines said: 'They will either be dropped or we will go to trial, because Scottie didn't do anything wrong. A lawyer representing Scottie Scheffler says he did nothing wrong and will plead not guilty Scheffler was arrested on Friday morning and was charged with four separate counts The police report said Scheffler failed to comply with instructions and then drove away from an officer, Bryan Gillis, causing the latter to be dragged along by the two-time Masters winner's car. The charges against Scheffler were listed by local police as second-degree assault of a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals from an officer.

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Scottie Scheffler says he's still trying to move past his arrest even after charges were dropped
7 months ago

Scottie Scheffler says he's still trying to move past his arrest even after charges were dropped

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Masters champion Scottie Scheffler said …

Scottie Scheffler Charges Dropped After Arrest
7 months, 1 week ago

Scottie Scheffler Charges Dropped After Arrest

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Criminal charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed, ending a legal saga that began with images of the world’s top male golfer being arrested and handcuffed in Louisville during the PGA Championship. The arresting officer, Detective Bryan Gillis, was outside the gate of Valhalla Golf Course May 17 directing traffic after a pedestrian death …

Scottie Scheffler's charges dropped after arrest outside PGA Championship
7 months, 1 week ago

Scottie Scheffler's charges dropped after arrest outside PGA Championship

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Criminal charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed, ending a legal saga that began with images of the world’s top golfer being arrested and handcuffed in Louisville during the PGA Championship. The prosecutor said Scheffler’s explanation that he had a misunderstanding with police directing traffic was “corroborated by the evidence.” “Based upon the totality of the evidence, …

Criminal charges are dropped against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler
7 months, 1 week ago

Criminal charges are dropped against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler

NPR  

Criminal charges are dropped against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler toggle caption Matt York/AP LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Criminal charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed, ending a legal saga that began with images of the world’s top golfer being arrested and handcuffed in Louisville during the PGA Championship. "Mr. Scheffler’s characterization that this was ‘a big misunderstanding’ is corroborated by the …

New footage shows moments before Scottie Scheffler’s dramatic arrest
7 months, 2 weeks ago

New footage shows moments before Scottie Scheffler’s dramatic arrest

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New footage shows the …

Officer who arrested World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler disciplined for not having bodycam activated
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Officer who arrested World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler disciplined for not having bodycam activated

The Hindu  

The Kentucky police officer who arrested top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler outside the PGA Championship is receiving “corrective action” for failing to have his body-worn camera activated when he approached the golfer’s vehicle — an interaction that allegedly resulted in the officer being dragged to the ground, authorities said Thursday. Authorities on Thursday released video footage from two video cameras at …

Officer disciplined for not using body cam while Scottie Scheffler allegedly dragged him with car
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Officer disciplined for not using body cam while Scottie Scheffler allegedly dragged him with car

LA Times  

Scottie Scheffler speaks to reporters after finishing the second round of the PGA Championship on Friday at the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky. The police officer who arrested Scottie Scheffler outside the PGA Championship last week in Louisville, Ky., has been disciplined for not turning on his body camera during his interaction with the world’s top golfer. Bryan Gillis …

Louisville police release Scottie Scheffler arrest videos, say officer violated policy
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Louisville police release Scottie Scheffler arrest videos, say officer violated policy

New York Times  

The Louisville police officer involved in Scottie Scheffler’s arrest during last week’s PGA Championship did not activate his body-worn camera during the incident, a violation of the Louisville Metro Police Department’s policy, police chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel said Thursday. Gwinn-Villaroel said the officer, detective Bryan Gillis, received “corrective action” for the violation of its rules on uniforms and equipment, which was …

Louisville police to release Scottie Scheffler arrest video and details Thursday
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Louisville police to release Scottie Scheffler arrest video and details Thursday

New York Times  

The Louisville Metro Police Department is expected Thursday to release video footage of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest during last week’s PGA Championship. The LMPD said it would also address any “policy violations” regarding Scheffler’s case at that time. Detective Bryan Gillis tried to instruct Scheffler to stop, but he drove forward, as the report reads, “dragging Detective Gillis to the ground.” …

Scottie Scheffler’s arraignment date rescheduled to June 3
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler’s arraignment date rescheduled to June 3

The Independent  

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Scottie Scheffler’s arraignment delayed until June 3 in Louisville
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler’s arraignment delayed until June 3 in Louisville

New York Times  

Golfer Scottie Scheffler’s arraignment on charges stemming from Friday’s arrest outside the PGA Championship has been postponed until June 3, the Jefferson County Attorney’s office confirmed Monday. Romines, Scheffler’s attorney, said Scheffler was originally instructed to go in and that the officer directing traffic was not part of the event traffic detail. GO DEEPER Inside the most bizarre day in …

First images emerge of Scottie Scheffler in jail as other inmates reveal how world No. 1 golfer behaved during his shock visit to the cells
7 months, 2 weeks ago

First images emerge of Scottie Scheffler in jail as other inmates reveal how world No. 1 golfer behaved during his shock visit to the cells

Daily Mail  

After getting detained for hours, the world No 1 made his 10:08 tee time The first photos of Scottie Scheffler in jail have emerged after his shocking arrest on Friday morning. TMZ also asked an individual who was detained with Scheffler about his demeanor in custody, to which he responded: 'He kept saying it was bulls*** that he was there.' …

‘Free Scottie!’ Scheffler superfans show support at PGA tournament after golf No 1’s arrest
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Free Scottie!’ Scheffler superfans show support at PGA tournament after golf No 1’s arrest

The Independent  

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Prosecutors 'are planning to DROP the charges against Scottie Scheffler early next week' - after world No 1's shocking arrest at PGA Championship
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Prosecutors 'are planning to DROP the charges against Scottie Scheffler early next week' - after world No 1's shocking arrest at PGA Championship

Daily Mail  

Scottie Scheffler appears increasingly likely to be let off without punishment after his arrest at the PGA Championship on Friday morning. Scottie Scheffler poses for a mugshot in jail on Friday after his shocking arrest in Louisville Incredible images showed cops leading Scheffler away in handcuffs and to a jail cell Scheffler said 'please help me' to a reporter as …

Scottie Scheffler puts dramatic arrest behind him to stay in the hunt for $3.15M prize at PGA Championship with stunning second round
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler puts dramatic arrest behind him to stay in the hunt for $3.15M prize at PGA Championship with stunning second round

Daily Mail  

The World No 1 put the drama to one side and shot a second-round 66 on Friday Scottie Scheffler threw off the shackles to remain in contention for PGA Championship glory - just hours after his dramatic arrest on Friday morning. Scottie Scheffler threw off the shackles to remain in contention for PGA Championship glory The 27-year-old carded a second-round …

How the World’s Best Golfer Got Arrested and Charged With a Felony Between Rounds at the PGA Championship
55 years ago

How the World’s Best Golfer Got Arrested and Charged With a Felony Between Rounds at the PGA Championship

Slate  

Scottie Scheffler, the reigning Masters champion and best player in golf, had a bad Friday morning. Though he couldn’t know exactly what was in Scheffler’s mind, Darlington reported that a “misunderstanding with traffic flow” led Scheffler to try to drive past an officer who was directing traffic outside the club. The officer then “attempted to attach himself to Scheffler’s car, …

Scottie Scheffler, from the course to jail and back: What to know about his PGA Championship arrest
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler, from the course to jail and back: What to know about his PGA Championship arrest

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Two-time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was arrested after police say he dragged an officer while trying to get around the scene of a fatal accident Friday ahead of the second round of the PGA Championship. Scottie Scheffler celebrates after a birdie on the 10th hole during the second round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at the …

World No 1 Scottie Scheffler arrested after ‘misunderstanding’ ahead of the PGA Championship
7 months, 3 weeks ago

World No 1 Scottie Scheffler arrested after ‘misunderstanding’ ahead of the PGA Championship

Hindustan Times  

American professional golfer Scottie Scheffler was put in handcuffs early Fridayas morning, outside the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. Golf world number one, Scheffler, was handcuffed and taken into custody by police early on May 17, according to video footage and media reports, after allegedly trying to drive around traffic controls outside the PGA Championship at Valhalla. Scheffler was …

Scottie Scheffler's criminal charges in full after wild arrest scene outside 2024 PGA Championship
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler's criminal charges in full after wild arrest scene outside 2024 PGA Championship

Daily Mail  

World No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler is facing four criminal charges - including second-degree assault of a police officer - after being arrested on his way into Valhalla Golf Club on Friday morning. In an astonishing start to day two at the PGA Championship, Scheffler was seen being led into a police car in handcuffs after trying to enter the …

Scottie Scheffler Detained By Police
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler Detained By Police

Huff Post  

Scottie Scheffler during the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club on May 17, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. We extend our sincere condolences to their family… — PGA Championship May 17, 2024 Louisville mayor Craig Greenberg said tournament vendor John Mills was the pedestrian killed and offered sympathies to his family. LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - MAY 17: …

Scottie Scheffler arrested, then climbs PGA Championship leaderboard
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler arrested, then climbs PGA Championship leaderboard

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was arrested Friday morning on his way to the PGA Championship, with stunning images showing him handcuffed as he was taken to jail for not following police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation. Scottie Scheffler walks to the tee for the second round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at the Valhalla Golf …

Scottie Scheffler arrested and charged with felony assault on a cop outside PGA Championship
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler arrested and charged with felony assault on a cop outside PGA Championship

Daily Mail  

'Can you please help me?' the world No 1 could be heard asking eyewitnesses Scottie Scheffler was detained in handcuffs as he tried to enter Valhalla World No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler was taken to jail on a string of charges - including a felony charge of assaulting a police officer - after being arrested by police outside Valhalla Golf …

Scottie Scheffler arrested in alleged assault of officer outside PGA Championship. He still played
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler arrested in alleged assault of officer outside PGA Championship. He still played

LA Times  

Booking photo of Scottie Scheffler, who was detained by police Friday morning on his way to the PGA Championship in Louisville, Ky. Scottie Scheffler got to tee off Friday at the PGA Championship, hours after being arrested in connection with a traffic incident that injured a police officer on his way to Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky. 1 golfer …

Scottie Scheffler is arrested outside PGA Championship after interaction with police
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Scottie Scheffler is arrested outside PGA Championship after interaction with police

NPR  

Scottie Scheffler is arrested outside PGA Championship after interaction with police Enlarge this image toggle caption Michael Reaves/Getty Images Michael Reaves/Getty Images The world's top-ranked golfer, Scottie Scheffler, faces four criminal charges after an interaction with police early Friday morning as he attempted to arrive by car at a Louisville golf club where this week's PGA Championship is being held. …

PGA Championship: How players reacted to fatal accident, Scottie Scheffler’s arrest
7 months, 3 weeks ago

PGA Championship: How players reacted to fatal accident, Scottie Scheffler’s arrest

New York Times  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Austin Eckroat and his wife awoke to rain and darkness Friday before departing for Valhalla Golf Club and Day 2 of the PGA Championship. “I was like, What in the world is going on?” Many competitors shared that sentiment after concluding Friday’s second round. Play eventually was delayed one hour and 20 minutes, to 8:35 a.m. Brian …

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