According to George Hunter and Tony Paul of the Detroit News, Detroit police are investigating a claim that Tigers reliever Evan Reed was involved in a sexual assault.
The alleged incident took place at MotorCity Casino on March 30, the day before the team’s season opener against the Royals at Comerica Park. The accuser told police that she met Reed in a bar and didn’t remember anything until she woke up in a hotel room. She went to police two days after the alleged incident.
Here’s a statement from Reed’s attorney, David Gorcyca:
“I was informed this morning that the Detroit Police Department has opened an investigation involving Evan Reed. We are very confident that once a thorough and full investigation is completed, Mr. Reed will have nothing to fear. During the infancy of this investigation, no one should formulate any conclusions that a crime has been committed. Mr. Reed is currently on a 7-day West Coast road trip and has not been contacted by the Detroit Police Department. We plan on cooperating with the investigation when the time is appropriate. Until then, no further comment will be made by me or Mr. Reed.”
The Tigers have released the following statement on the matter:
“The organization is aware of the very serious allegation that has been made against pitcher Evan Reed. This allegation is concerning and we are aware of an on-going investigation. It would be inappropriate for the ballclub to comment further at this time.”
Reed has not been charged with a crime and is with the Tigers for a five-game roadtrip which will begin tomorrow against the Angels.