Cincinnati Bengals Running Back Facing Battery Charges in Miami

The 21-year-old who now plays for the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals faces a battery charge.

Former Miami Hurricanes football star Mark Walton was arrested recently after police said an argument with a woman turned physical at a Miami parking garage.

According to a Miami Police Department spokesperson, Walton and a woman argued at 4:30 p.m. because he was blocking the entrance to a parking garage on Southeast Fifth Street.

The woman tried to film Walton with her phone, but he grabbed it, leading to a brief struggle. According to reports, Walton and the woman had minor scratches.

The next morning, they released Walton on bond.

If a person makes physical contact intending to injure, provoke, or insult another person, they can be charged. Simple battery is a first-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail or 12 months probation and a $1,000 fine.

Suppose you or a loved one faces arrest or prosecution on battery charges. In that case, it is important to contact our Miami Criminal Defense Attorneys at Whittel & Melton as soon as possible. We, as dedicated legal advocates, understand prosecution tactics and will vigorously challenge their arguments to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

Battery charges often boil down to the reliability of any witnesses. In many cases, the accused was defending themselves after someone else started a fight. We will immediately investigate the police reports, witness statements, and evidence to identify the flaws in the prosecution’s case.

We know that many good people face unfair accusations, which is why we are here to help. To discuss your case in a free and confidential consultation, please call us today at 561-367-8777 or contact us online.