The WNBA world feared for Rickea Jackson’s health after her ex-boyfriend, James Pearce Jr., rammed his car into her car. Chasing him down, the Police arrested him and presented him to the court on Sunday.
The Falcons’ Rookie James Pearce Jr. faces a stay-away order from the WNBA star from the court after arrest and bond posting. Fans wanted a severe punishment, and there might be a chance of that, as the star is willing to attend the next trial.
Rickea Jackson Ready To Testify Against James Pearce Jr.
According to the New York Post’s reports, she’s going to give her side of the events. A recent court filing shows that Jackson’s lawyers mentioned that his client is “willing to testify at trial” if necessary.
“In a notice that was filed in the criminal case against Pearce Jr. in Miami-Dade County, Fla. on Tuesday, Jackson’s lawyers wrote the WNBA star ‘remains cooperative and willing to testify at trial, if one is necessary,’” the outlet reported.
WNBA player Rickea Jackson's attorneys filed a court notice Tuesday in Miami-Dade (Florida) County saying that she is "willing to testify" against Atlanta Falcons player James Pearce Jr. if the domestic violence charges against him go to trial, according to a document.
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While the player gave her first statement to the police at the time of Pearce Jr.’s arrest, she narrated the whole story, including their relationship status. Her testimony will be crucial in the case, which could drastically impact the decision, putting the player’s professional status in danger. His lawyer agreed to the conditions set by the court as of now.
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The horrific event shook the player. Though there is no update on her health, she is currently not playing in Unrivaled League season 2.
Rickea Jackson Misses Unrivaled Competition
The Breeze BC put a strong foot forward with an undefeated start to the season. The Sparks star was one of the excited stars with that showing and revealed the secret sauce to Breeze BC’s success. But an injury during a game against the Owls, and now the Pearce Jr. incident, forced her out of action.
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She was also a participant in the 1-on-1 tournament, but the star pulled out for personal reasons. It is not clear whether she will be back for the remaining season or not, but the Breeze BC are certainly missing the versatile forward on the floor.