LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Several people in connection to the University of Kentucky football team are suing a Lexington Police officer.
Five current and former UK football players -- Reuben Adams, Jutahn McClain, Andru Phillips, DeVito Tisdale and Joel Williams -- filed lawsuits against Officer Cory Vinlove Wednesday.
They were charged with burglary in 2021 for allegedly pushing their way into a fraternity party; those charges were all later dropped.
They claim Vinlove made false charges without probable cause.
Attorneys said the false allegations have had a devastating impact on the players' careers, mental health and well being.
A spokesperson for the Lexington Police Department said because it is an open lawsuit, they don't have a comment at this time.
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