Cleveland Browns security Ronnie Hickman was assaulted within the foyer of a New York Metropolis lodge early Monday morning, the crew mentioned.
The Browns mentioned in an announcement that Hickman, 24, was “handled for minor accidents at an space hospital after the incident, was later launched, and is dwelling resting along with his household.”
There have been no arrests and an investigation continues, in line with an announcement from the New York Police Division.
Authorities mentioned they responded to a 911 name at 4:35 a.m. ET on Monday reporting an assault in a lodge foyer.
“Upon arrival, officers had been knowledgeable that 4 unidentified people punched a 24-year-old male in regards to the physique following a verbal dispute,” police mentioned. “The suspects fled the placement in an unknown course.”
Hickman, a New Jersey native, simply accomplished his third season within the NFL. He began all 17 video games for the Browns, recording profession highs in tackles (103), cross deflections (seven) and interceptions (two). He’s an impending restricted free agent this offseason.
The Related Press contributed to this report.
