At a Glance
- Patriots lineman Christian Barmore charged with misdemeanor assault after his girlfriend says he threw her to the ground.
- Complaint filed Dec. 18 claims he grabbed her by the shirt and threw her inside the Mansfield, MA home.
- An arraignment is set for early February; the team says it will cooperate with the league.
- Why it matters: The case could affect his availability for upcoming games and raises questions about player conduct.
Christian J. Barmore, a 26-year-old defensive lineman for the New England Patriots, is facing a misdemeanor domestic assault and battery charge after his girlfriend reported that he threw her to the floor in their Mansfield, Massachusetts home.
The Allegations
The criminal complaint, issued Dec. 18, details that Barmore briefly took the woman’s phone, threw her to the ground, and grabbed her by the shirt inside the home.
She said the incident happened on Aug. 8 when she brought their daughter to his bedroom; he was upset over a thermostat setting.
She claimed he placed the child on the floor outside the master bedroom, slammed the door, and later, when she tried to leave, he grabbed her and threw her again.
Barmore’s lawyer, David Meier stated:
> “The evidence will demonstrate that no criminal conduct took place.”
New England head coach Mike Vrabel said:
> “We’ve made a statement and we’ve taken the allegations very seriously.”
Vrabel added:
> “I don’t think we have to jump to any conclusions right now. Let the process take its toll.”
Team and Legal Response
- The Patriots’ public relations office confirmed it was aware of the matter and notified the league.
- The team will respect the ongoing legal process, monitor the situation, and cooperate fully.
- An arraignment is scheduled for early February; the charge is a misdemeanor.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug. 8 | Incident reported by girlfriend |
| Aug. 25 | Police called |
| Dec. 18 | Complaint filed |
| Early Feb. | Arraignment |
Key Takeaways
- Barmore faces a misdemeanor assault charge after a domestic incident.
- The Patriots are monitoring the case and will cooperate with the league.
- The outcome could impact his playing status for upcoming games.
The case remains in the early stages of the legal process, and all parties await the court’s next steps.
