Criminal charges against Sotomayor High star running back Cameron Grady have been slashed, with court records now showing two counts of theft from person, a state jail felony, instead of the original two counts of aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony he faced. This is a massive shift for the 17-year-old, whose future on the field and beyond has been hanging in the balance.
The Grand Jury Spoke: A Huge Downgrade
Back in July, Grady was hit with two counts of aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony that carries some serious weight under Texas law. That’s the kind of charge that can change a young person’s life forever. But on Wednesday, a Bexar County grand jury delivered a surprising turn, indicting Grady on two counts of theft from person. This new charge, a state jail felony, is the lowest-level felony in the Texas Penal Code, and while it’s still a felony, it’s a world away from the initial accusation. We’re talking about a potential punishment of up to two years behind bars now, a stark contrast to what a first-degree felony could have meant. It’s a huge development that could absolutely change the trajectory of his life and his college commitment.
On the Field and Off: What We Know
Despite the serious legal cloud, Grady has actually been tearing it up on the field this season. He made his debut back on September 3 against Smithson Valley, and in just five games, this dude has rushed for an insane 531 yards and four touchdowns on 56 carries. That’s serious production, showcasing why he’s such a highly recruited talent. Speaking of talent, Grady committed to play college football for the University of Texas at San Antonio in June. That commitment obviously looked shaky with the aggravated robbery charges looming, but this legal reduction could give him and UTSA a real shot at making that dream happen.
The allegations stem from an incident on June 28, outside a house party. An affidavit supporting Grady’s arrest stated he was accused of stealing a teenager’s chain. The victims told investigators that Grady and an unidentified suspect “ripped the chains” from their necks in the backyard and bolted. When the victims pursued them into the street, the confrontation escalated. One of the victims claimed the unidentified suspect pulled a handgun, and that Grady himself punched him in the face, leaving a black eye. The victim also reported being struck by several other unidentified people before he managed to get his chain back. After all that, Grady and the unidentified suspect reportedly got into a car and drove off.
Grady was out of Bexar County jail on July 9 after posting a combined $100,000 bond. Interestingly, a judge later approved a motion to remove his GPS monitoring device. His defense attorneys argued the device had “the potential for injury posed by the monitor” while he was playing football. The case is now assigned to Judge Joel Perez in the 437th District Court. Grady’s legal team, the LaHood Norton Goss Law Group, is led by former Bexar County District Attorney Nicolas “Nico” LaHood.
What’s Next for Grady?
Sotomayor faces Marshall on Thursday at Gustafson Stadium. Grady’s presence on the field, and his ability to contribute, just got a huge boost with this legal news. While he’s not entirely out of the woods, the reduction in charges is a massive break. All eyes will be on him as he continues his season, knowing that his college football future, and potentially a lot more, is riding on how this case plays out.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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