Child Abuse Puts Adrian Peterson Son In Critical Condition?
According to TMZ, the injured child is Adrian Peterson’s son, but sources are saying that it is NOT Adrian Peterson Jr., seen below in the photo gallery.
Peterson’s representatives have yet to confirm if this is true. We’ll keep you updated on the latest.
We’re also learning that Patterson, the man arrested for allegedly abusing a child of Peterson’s, also struck the child’s mother with a three foot long metal construction bar. She refused medical attention.
Adrian Peterson is expected to make a statement regarding this personal matter after practice today.
Adrian Peterson back with Vikings after missing practice yesterday for personal matter. Expected to address after practice today.
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) October 11, 2013
The 2-year-old son of NFL star Adrian Peterson is in critical condition at a South Dakota hospital following an alleged beating by the man dating the toddler’s mother.
The Minnesota Vikings running back has left his team to be with his son. According to TMZ:
Officials tell us they’ve arrested the suspect, 27-year-old Joseph Patterson … who’s been charged with aggravated felony assault and battery of an infant.
According to law enforcement, emergency responders arrived to the apartment where Peterson’s son was living at 5:46 PM on Wednesday … and found the child unresponsive.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital and medical experts determined the injuries were consistent with abuse.
Law enforcement confirmed that the child suffered severe head injuries. We’re praying for a speedy recovery and for justice to be served in this tragic case.
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