Conor McGregor Accused of Sexual Assault at NBA Finals, he denies claims
*Warning: This story includes mentions and details of sexual assault.*
UFC fighter Conor McGregor has been accused of raping a woman at Game 4 of the 2023 NBA Finals, per TMZ Sports. McGregor’s representatives have declined the allegations.
TMZ gained information about the allegations after requiring demand letters that were authored by attorney Ariel Mitchell and sent to McGregor, the NBA, and the Miami Heat.
The alleged incident took place on June 9, 2023, after Game 4 of the 2023 NBA Finals.
In the letters obtained by TMZ, it is alleged that McGregor violently sexually assaulted the victim inside a men’s bathroom.
It is claimed that the NBA and Miami Heat security separated the woman from her friend. Security then forced her into the restroom which was occupied by McGregor and his security. The assault then took place in the restroom.
McGregor and the woman allegedly had a physical altercation where McGregor attempted to rape the victim. The altercation ended after the woman struck McGregor with elbows which allowed her to escape.
The victim added that she left her purse at the place of the incident. Upon return, McGregor’s security held her purse and she was forced to plead for it back.
The victim reported the crimes to the local authorities on the morning of Sunday, June 11. Afterward, she came in contact with an attorney.
In the demand letters obtained by TMZ, the victim is seeking settlements from McGregor, the NBA, and the Miami Heat in place of legal action.
McGregor’s representatives have stated that the allegations are false while adding that the Irishmen will not be intimidated.
This will be Conor McGregor’s third sexual assault allegation. Previously, McGregor faced sexual assault allegations from incidents that took place in 2018 and 2019.
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Update:
The UFC has provided ESPN reporter Marc Raimondi with a statement regarding the allegations.
UFC on the accusations against McGregor: "The organization is aware of the recent allegations regarding Conor McGregor and will continue to gather additional details regarding the incident. UFC will allow the legal process to play out before making any additional statements."
— Marc Raimondi (@marcraimondi) June 15, 2023
The Miami Heat also posted a statement on Twitter.
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) June 15, 2023
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