New England Patriots draft pick Quintayvious Hutchins has been charged with assault following an alleged incident at Boston College.
Hutchins, who was drafted out of Boston College, faces a misdemeanour charge.
Details of the Alleged Incident
The 23-year-old is charged with misdemeanour assault and battery on a family or household member. The alleged incident occurred on Tuesday at Voute Hall on Commonwealth Avenue in Chestnut Hill, according to court documents.
At this point in the investigation, no further details are available.
Court Appearance and Plea
Hutchins, of Needham, was arraigned in Newton District Court on Wednesday morning. He had a plea of not guilty entered on his behalf. Hutchins was released on a promise to return to court for the next hearing in the case.
Patriots’ Statement
The Patriots have released a statement regarding the charges. “We are aware of the report involving Quintayvious Hutchins. We take these matters very seriously and are in the process of gathering additional information. We will not have further comment at this time,” the team said.
There has been no comment yet from Hutchins or his lawyer.
Hutchins’ Background
Hutchins played as an edge rusher at Boston College. The Patriots drafted him in the seventh round of the NFL Draft, 247th overall.
Hutchins spoke to reporters after being drafted on April 25. “If I could be honest, I didn’t think I was going to get a call,” Hutchins said. “So, getting that call from the Patriots was like a dream come true, and hope and faith rising inside of me, knowing that I have another chance to go showcase my talent.”
The 6-foot-3, 245 pound linebacker spent the last five years at BC, having grown up in Alabama. After the draft, he described himself as a “dynamic special teams player.”
Hutchins is due to return to court for a further hearing, with the Patriots continuing to gather information.