Police say Rays’ Wander Franco, who is awaiting trial on sexual assault charges, was arrested after the shooting

Tampa Bay Rays Infielder Wander Franco, who is awaiting trial in the Dominican Republic over allegations of sexual abuse, was arrested for his involvement in a shooting fight in the country, police said Monday.

The incident occurred in the parking lot San Juan de la MaguanaDominican police spokesman Meregirdo Espinosa told The Associated Press. The baseball player was arrested along with another man and woman on Sunday. Police said two firearms were seized.

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Tour Franco (Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images/File)

One of the guns belonged to Franco, who allegedly fought with the man to get the woman’s attention, Espinosa said. Police did not provide information on whether anyone was injured.

The Rays did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

Franco, 23, missed the entire 2024 season after being placed on the restricted list in connection with the allegations. sexual abuse A 14 year old girl. He was also charged with commercial exploitation of minors and human trafficking.

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, accused of molesting an underage girl, appears in court in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, on January 5, 2024. (STRIC/AFP via Getty Images)

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He is scheduled to appear in court on December 12.

Franco refused to speak to the media. He simply said, “Everything is in God’s hands.”

He signed an 11-year, $182 million contract in November 2021. He has not played in any matches since August 12, 2023.

Tampa Bay Rays star Wander Franco is facing an investigation into alleged inappropriate relationships with minors. (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara/File)

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On July 10, he was placed on the restricted list and his entire salary was withheld while he was on administrative leave.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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