Domestic Violence Charge Against Phillies’ Odubel Herrera Dismissed

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A domestic violence charge against Odubel Herrera was dropped Wednesday in an Atlantic City courtroom.
Herrera, who is on paid administrative leave from the Phillies, must continue with counselling.
Herrera left court holding hands with his girlfriend. The former All-star's attorney said the couple hopes to put this incident behind them.

A domestic violence charge against Phillies centerfielder Odubel Herrera was dismissed Wednesday at a New Jersey courthouse.

Herrera was charged with simple assault in May following allegations from that he attacked his 20-year-old girlfriend at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City.

According to a police report, she "had visible signs of injury to her arms and neck that was sustained after being assaulted by her boyfriend, David Odubel Herrera, during a dispute."

Despite the allegations, Herrera's girlfriend said in court Wednesday that she didn't want to proceed with charges against her boyfriend, who is in counseling. The couple held hands as they left the courthouse.

The Phillies "immediately reported the incident to Major League Baseball," according to a statement from the team.

Herrera has since been under paid administrative leave and has remained away from the team. The paid leave ends on Friday and at that point his status will be addressed, Major League Baseball spokesman Mike Teevan said. MLB has the option of suspending him.