Oklahoma Sooners freshman running back Joe Mixon has been suspended from football activities stemming from allegations that he hit a woman at Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe, located in Norman,OK.
The women has claimed that Mixon hit her, which made her unconscious for at least twenty seconds.
Mixon has not been charged with any crimes as of now. The surveillance footage has been given to the District Attorney. Police are still interviewing witnesses on the matter of the events.
His attorney, Kevin Finlay, claims his client is innocent and made a statement after Mixon met with police.
“This past Friday morning Joe Mixon found himself in a situation where he was subjected to both verbal and physical attacks from a very intoxicated and troubled young woman. As a result of these physical attacks, Joe instinctually defended himself against further harm.
“We are looking forward to a thorough investigation and are very much looking forward to the truth coming out. As we have always maintained, Joe has done nothing wrong.”
Mixon was one of the most sought after recruits in the country last year and was a 5-star prospect. According to Rivals.com, he was the No. 1 ranked running back in the country and eighth overall. He was Oklahoma’s highest rated prospect in the 2014 class.
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