Vancouver Whitecaps defender Sheanon Williams charged with assault

The 27-year-old was arrested Thursday morning in Vancouver in connection with a domestic incident

Vancouver Whitecaps defender Sheanon Williams was arrested Thursday morning and has been charged with assault in connection with an alleged domestic incident.

Major League Soccer announced Thursday that Williams has been suspended pending investigations by the league and the Vancouver Police Department. The 27-year-old will also undergo an assessment by MLS’ Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health (“SABH”) Program.

"After the assessment is complete and Major League Soccer conducts its investigation, MLS will make a further determination concerning Williams’ status," the league said in a statement…