Ex-NFL Star Greg Hardy Arrested for Alleged Assault on Girlfriend Over Cheating Claims

Former NFL star Greg Hardy found himself in hot water again, arrested in Texas on charges of assault causing bodily injury to a family member after an alleged altercation with his girlfriend. The incident, detailed in a Richardson Police Department report, reportedly stemmed from a heated argument over accusations of infidelity.

The dispute began Wednesday night after the couple returned home from a park outing. Once their children were asleep, the girlfriend confronted Hardy about suspected cheating, citing text messages she had seen. The situation escalated when Hardy allegedly pushed her with both hands and later pinned her to a bed, holding her by the neck. While she reported no loss of consciousness or restricted breathing, she admitted to kicking Hardy, prompting him to leave the scene.

Hardy’s version? He claims the argument exploded when his girlfriend got in his face, poking his forehead. He admitted to moving her out of his way and placing her on the bed by her arms but denied further aggression. Police noted scratches and redness on the woman’s arms, consistent with a physical altercation, but saw no visible injuries on Hardy.

This isn’t Hardy’s first brush with such allegations. The 36-year-old former Carolina Panthers defensive end faced a domestic violence case in 2014, which led to his placement on the NFL’s commissioner’s exempt list. Though initially convicted, the charges were dismissed when the victim didn’t appear for a second trial. Hardy’s stint with the Dallas Cowboys in 2015 was marred by a four-game suspension for violating the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, and he hasn’t played in the league since.

The incident raises questions about patterns of behavior and accountability, casting a shadow over Hardy’s post-NFL life. As the legal process unfolds, the public awaits clarity on this troubling episode.