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Pierce Clarkson, a backup quarterback for UCLA, has been arrested on serious felony charges stemming from a domestic violence incident. He faces felony assault charges with a deadly weapon causing great bodily harm. Following his arrest, Clarkson was suspended from all team activities as the university awaits developments in his legal proceedings. This incident raises questions about his future with the football program, and a preliminary court hearing is set to determine the next steps in his case.
Los Angeles – Pierce Clarkson, a 21-year-old backup quarterback for the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), was arrested over the weekend on serious felony charges related to a domestic violence incident. He has been charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon causing great bodily harm, marking a significant and troubling development for both the player and the university’s athletics program.
The arrest took place on Friday, September 5, when officers from the Los Angeles Police Department’s Southwest Division responded to reports of an incident involving Clarkson. Following his arrest, Clarkson was booked and had his bail set at $30,000. He managed to post bond later that day and was released, although the conditions of his release have not been disclosed publicly.
In response to the situation, UCLA Athletics announced that Clarkson has been indefinitely suspended from all team activities. This suspension will remain in effect pending further developments in the legal proceedings surrounding the case. The university emphasized that any further actions related to the incident will be determined by the UCLA Office of Student Conduct.
Sources familiar with the incident indicate that the arrest is believed to be related to issues of domestic violence. However, specific details regarding the events leading up to the arrest or the type of weapon involved have not been disclosed. This lack of information leaves many questions unanswered about the circumstances surrounding the felony charge against Clarkson.
A preliminary court hearing is scheduled for October 3 to address the felony charges. The outcome of this hearing could have significant implications for Clarkson’s legal situation and his future with the UCLA football program.
Pierce Clarkson transferred to UCLA after a brief period in the spring offseason with Ole Miss, prior to which he played two seasons at the University of Louisville. During his time at Louisville, he appeared in three games as a backup quarterback but has yet to see regular-season action at UCLA, where Nico Iamaleava has been serving as the starting quarterback.
Clarkson comes from a football lineage, being the son of well-known quarterback trainer Steve Clarkson. He hails from Bellflower, California, where he was recognized as a promising talent in high school football. His arrest comes as a significant setback in what many anticipated would be a critical phase in his collegiate athletic career.
As this situation unfolds, any updates on the legal proceedings or the university’s response will be closely monitored by fans and media alike. The implications for the UCLA football team extend beyond Clarkson himself, as the team will have to navigate the challenges posed by this incident, especially as they prepare for the upcoming season.
For now, the university’s athletic program is focused on ensuring compliance with university policies and maintaining the integrity of their operations amidst this incident involving one of their players. Clarkson’s future with the UCLA football team hangs in the balance as he faces serious allegations and begins the legal process ahead.
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