Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias won’t be facing a felony charge for the alleged physical altercation with his wife at a soccer game in September. The L.A. District Attorney has rejected the case, stating that the incident did not warrant such a serious charge.
Key Takeaway
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias will not be facing a felony charge for the alleged domestic violence incident involving his wife. The case has been rejected by the L.A. District Attorney, but it may still be sent to the City Attorney for potential misdemeanor charges.
Case Sent to City Attorney
While this is positive news for the 27-year-old pitcher, it does not mean he is completely in the clear. The D.A. will send the case to the City Attorney, who could choose to file a misdemeanor charge.
Investigation Results
Sources reveal that law enforcement’s investigation indicated that Julio was involved in a verbal altercation with his wife that turned physical. However, due to Urias’ clean criminal record and other factors, the D.A.’s office does not believe it rises to the level of a felony, leading to the rejection of the charge.
Background of the Incident
Urias allegedly roughed up his wife Daisy after an LAFC vs. Inter Miami soccer game on September 3. The altercation occurred when the couple attended the game at BMO Stadium to watch Lionel Messi.
Julio was arrested at the scene for felony domestic violence and was taken to jail before posting a $50,000 bond.
Reactions and Consequences
The L.A. Dodgers, Urias’ team since his Major League Baseball debut in 2016, swiftly distanced themselves from the soon-to-be free agent. They cleared out his locker and removed his images from Dodger Stadium. Additionally, Major League Baseball placed him on administrative leave a few days after the alleged incident.
Urias is currently a free agent, and his status with MLB is uncertain. However, the D.A.’s decision could potentially be a step towards him signing with a new team.
Past Allegations
This is not the first time Julio has faced allegations of domestic violence. In 2019, the World Series champion agreed to participate in a diversion program after being accused of pushing a woman at a popular L.A. mall. Urias was neither convicted nor tried in that case.
