Conor McGregor denies sexual assault at NBA finals game in Miami
Police are investigating the claims, as are Miami Heat, but McGregor’s lawyers say the allegations are untrue.
Thursday 15 June 2023 22:50, UK
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Conor McGregor has denied allegations of sexual assault against a woman at game four of the NBA finals on Saturday.
A statement issued via his lawyer, Barbara R Llanes, said: “The allegations are false. Mr McGregor will not be intimidated.”
Miami Police have confirmed they are investigating a report issued to them on 11 June, the day after the game at the Kaseya Center in Florida.
“At this time all we can confirm is that MPD’s Special Victims Unit is investigating a report that was filed Sunday, June 11, 2023,” the force said.
“This is an open investigation so no additional information can be released at this time.”
The NBA and Miami Heat said they were investigating the allegations, while UFC said it was gathering information and would “allow the legal process to play out” before commenting further.
The original allegations were published in US tabloid magazine TMZ and included a detailed and graphic depiction issued by the woman’s attorney.
The Irish mixed martial arts star was also involved in a half-time skit at the game between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat.
McGregor, 34, punched a Heat mascot on court, who reportedly needed hospital treatment afterwards.
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