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NFL Star Michael Bennett Indicted For Injuring Paraplegic Worker At Super Bowl LI

A Harris County grand jury Friday indicted Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Michael Bennett for the felony charge of injury of the elderly for allegedly injuring a 66-year-old paraplegic who was working at NRG Stadium to control access to the field at Super Bowl LI, prosecutors said.
Credit: Mark J. Rebilas
Nov 9, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett (72) against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

HOUSTON – A Harris County grand jury Friday indicted Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Michael Bennett for the felony charge of injury of the elderly for allegedly injuring a 66-year-old paraplegic who was working at NRG Stadium to control access to the field at Super Bowl LI, prosecutors said.

Bennett, who played for Alief Taylor High School and Texas A&M, was in Houston in February 2017 to watch his brother, Martellus Bennett, play in the Super Bowl for the New England Patriots.

Immediately following the game, Bennett shoved his way on to the field where players were gathering to celebrate.

NRG Security personnel, including the 66-year-old disabled woman, told Bennett he had to use a different entrance for field access.

Instead, he pushed through them, including the woman who was part of the security team.

The charge, injury to the elderly, includes intentionally and knowingly, causing bodily injury to a person 65 years or older. It carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

As a result of the indictment, a warrant has been issued for Bennett’s arrest. Prosecutors are working with Bennett’s counsel regarding his surrender.

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