Olympic Sprinter Fred Kerley Pleads Not Guilty To Assaulting Ex-girlfriend Alaysha Johnson

Professional Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley has pleaded not guilty to allegations that he hit his ex-girlfriend, Alaysha Johnson. The incident is currently under investigation, and Kerley maintains his innocence.

Fred is trusting in the legal process to uncover the facts and clear his name of the assault allegations levelled against him by his two-time Olympic medalist ex-girlfriend.

TMZ Sports has learned that Kerley’s lawyer, Richard Cooper, notified the court in Broward County last week, indicating the 30-year-old Olympic silver medalist wanted to fight the misdemeanor battery charge in front of a jury of his peers.

Fred hasn’t spoken much about the alleged incident, but he did release a statement shortly after his arrest, saying … “While there was a physical altercation, my arrest was not due to any criminal act. Rather, it resulted from my decision to remain silent until my legal counsel was present.”

“I chose not to speak to law enforcement without my attorney present, and for that reason alone, I was booked.”

Kerley was arrested back on May 1 after his ex, two-time Olympic medalist Alaysha Johnson, said Fred assaulted her, claiming he hit her “One time in the facial area, causing her nose to bleed.”

Cops said Johnson’s injuries were consistent with her statement … and Kerley was thrown in cuffs.

The incident has sparked controversy and raised questions about domestic violence in sports. The legal process will now proceed as both parties present their case in court. All the best to them!

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