Tigers News: Relief pitcher Evan Reed under investigation for sexual assault

In a disturbing piece of Tigers news tonight, Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Evan Reed is currently under investigation by the Detroit Police Department for sexual assault.

According to MyFOXDetroit.com, "Evan Reed is alleged to have been involved in a sexual assault March 30, the day before the [Detroit Tigers'] home opener."

The Detroit Police Department has confirmed that an official complaint has been filed, and are in the process of interviewing the alleged victim.

MYFOXDetroit.com cites an official statement from the Detroit Tigers stating that "the organization is aware of the very serious allegation that has been made against pitcher Evan Reed. This allegation is concerning and we are aware of an on-going investigation. It would be inappropriate for the ballclub to comment further at this time."

Evan Reed's attorney, David Gorcyca, also released this official statement: "I was informed this morning that the Detroit Police Department has opened an investigation involving Evan Reed. We are very confident that once a thorough and full investigation is completed, Mr. Reed will have nothing to fear."

"During the infancy of this investigation, no one should formulate any conclusions that a crime has been committed. Mr. Reed is currently on a 7-day West Coast road trip and has not been contacted by the Detroit Police Department. We plan on cooperating with the investigation when the time is appropriate. Until then, no further comment will be made by me or Mr. Reed."

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