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The lawsuit filed by a Utah woman accused BYU football player Jake Letzraff of committing sexual assault at her home in November 2023. The Salt Lake Tribune reported.
The woman listed in the filing as Jane Doe AG says she reported her claim to police.
The accuser said she and Retzlaff were first contacted via social media.
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BYU quarterback Jake Letzraffe passes in the first half of his match against Utah at Salt Lake City on November 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Spencer Heap)
Retzlaff is being sued for suspected battery, assault and intentional violations of emotional distress. According to the lawsuit, the woman is seeking punitive damages from BYU quarterback.
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As of Wednesday, Retzlaff was not facing criminal charges. Retzlaff’s lawyer Mark Baute has issued a statement stating that the BYU quarterback is “virtually innocent.”
Brigham Young Cougars helmet sits on the sidelines during the game. (Greg Thompson/Icon Sports Wire via Getty Images)
Burt also described his client as “a lovely young man.”
Retzlaff is moving From California He moved to Utah in 2023 when he transferred to BYU. He led the Cougars to an 11-2 record last season.
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He is The Jewish start quarterback first known at BYU. The university is run by the Church of Jesus Christ, Latter-day Saints.
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