The family of Mark Sanchez said Oct. 6 it is has been "deeply distressing" since the ex-NFL quarterback and FOX broadcaster was arrested after an altercation with a 69-year-old man in Indianapolis that left Sanchez recovering in the hospital with stab wounds.
Earlier Tuesday Oct. 6, Marion County prosecutors announced fifth-degree felony assault charges against Sanchez, who initially faced misdemeanors for his role in the fight that took place near a downtown hotel early Saturday morning.
"This has been a deeply distressing time for everyone involved. Mark and our family are incredibly grateful for the concern, love, and support we’ve received over the past few days. Mark remains under medical care for the serious injuries he sustained and is focused on his recovery as the legal process continues. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the first responders and medical staff," Mark's brother, Nick Sanchez Jr., wrote on behalf of his family, according to the Indianapolis Star.
Police said Sanchez started the fight with the truck driver, who pepper-sprayed Sanchez before pulling out a knife to defend himself. The former New York Jets quarterback pleaded not guilty to his charges, which include unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, public intoxication, battery resulting in bodily injury and battery resulting in serious bodily injury.
