Case Summary
- Case Type
- Assault
- Incident Date
- May 23, 2024
- Location
- Green Bay, WI
- Investigating Agency
- ABC7 New York
- Suspect
- Josh Jacobs
- Charges
- battery, criminal damage to property
- Arrest Status
- Arrested
- Court Status
- Pleaded no contest
- Case Status
- Closed via plea agreement
Multiple women contacted law enforcement with allegations against Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs following his May battery arrest in Green Bay, Wisconsin, according to public records released by the Hobart/Lawrence Police Department.
The additional accounts surfaced as part of the evidence file surrounding the May 23 altercation between Jacobs and his then-girlfriend. The Hobart/Lawrence Police Department released the records Friday night following a public records request, with Green Bay television station NBC 26 first reporting on the release.
Incident Overview
According to police records and court filings, the primary incident occurred on May 23, when a woman stated that Jacobs grabbed her and threw her to the ground as she attempted to exit a garage door, causing her to strike her head. Investigators noted the woman reported that Jacobs also took her phone while she was on the ground and that she briefly lost consciousness during the confrontation.
Additional records detailed accounts from three other women alleging past incidents involving Jacobs between 2021 and 2022, which were uncovered during the broader evidence review. These accounts described various physical altercations, property damage, and intimidation following disputes at residences.
Timeline of Events
- April 2021: An alleged altercation occurred following a dispute over health testing.
- January 5, 2022: An alleged incident took place at a residence involving a physical struggle and property damage.
- May 2022: Another alleged altercation occurred involving physical contact and withheld communication devices.
- May 23, 2024: The primary incident involving Jacobs and his then-girlfriend took place.
- May 26, 2024: Josh Jacobs was arrested by law enforcement, three days after the garage incident.
- August 2024: The NFL placed Jacobs on the commissioner's exempt list after criminal charges were filed.
- September 10, 2024: Jacobs entered a plea of no contest to misdemeanor counts of battery and criminal damage to property.
- Friday Night: The Hobart/Lawrence Police Department released public records containing accounts from multiple women who contacted police.
Suspect Information
Josh Jacobs is a professional football player who serves as a running back for the Green Bay Packers and previously played for the Las Vegas Raiders. Legal representation for Jacobs includes defense attorneys David Z. Chesnoff, Richard A. Schonfeld, and Clarence F. Duchac III.
Victim Information
The primary victim in the May 23 case was identified in police filings as Jacobs' then-girlfriend at the time of the altercation. Several other women contacted police to report previous uncharged incidents, but their identities were not publicly released in the department summaries.
Police Response
The Hobart/Lawrence Police Department investigated the initial battery complaint and subsequently processed public records requests following the conclusion of local criminal proceedings.
Investigation
The Brown County District Attorney's office and local police conducted an exhaustive review of the primary allegations and evidence files. The National Football League also maintained an open independent investigation into the conduct, reviewing the newly released records as part of its ongoing administrative review.
Evidence Collected
- Police incident reports and investigative summaries from the Hobart/Lawrence Police Department
- Brown County criminal complaint files
- Statements and contact logs from multiple women detailing prior alleged encounters
- Records from historical police calls associated with past residences
Arrest Details
Josh Jacobs was taken into custody by law enforcement on May 26, 2024, exactly three days after the domestic disturbance reported at a local residence.
Charges Filed
- Battery: A misdemeanor charge involving intentional bodily harm or unlawful physical contact.
- Criminal Damage to Property: A misdemeanor charge relating to the intentional destruction or defacement of another person's belongings, such as mobile phones.
Court Information
Legal proceedings took place through the Brown County District Attorney's office, resulting in a plea agreement finalized on September 10, 2024. Specific docket numbers were not detailed in the released agency summaries.
Statements from Authorities
Defense attorneys David Z. Chesnoff, Richard A. Schonfeld, and Clarence F. Duchac III issued a statement on behalf of Jacobs, noting: "The Brown County District Attorney's office had these uncorroborated, old, and previously unreported allegations for months. They conducted their own exhaustive investigation, along with the police department, and the D.A. determined that only two misdemeanor charges were warranted. They then entered into a plea agreement with Josh Jacobs. Josh has repeatedly expressed his remorse and is honoring the terms of the agreement."
NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy stated that the league would review the newly disclosed allegations as part of its ongoing investigation.
Public Safety Information
If you or someone you know is affected by domestic violence or interpersonal conflict, confidential support is available. You can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788 for free, 24/7 assistance. In case of an immediate emergency, dial 911.
What Happens Next
With the local criminal case resolved through a no-contest plea and negotiated agreement, administrative review processes, including evaluation by the National Football League regarding league discipline and the commissioner's exempt list status, remain pending.