Felony Rape Case Against Ex-Kansas Player Arterio Morris Dropped
Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence, leaving open the possibility of future charges.
- Prosecutors in Douglas County, Kansas, have dropped a felony rape case against former Kansas basketball player Arterio Morris due to insufficient evidence.
- The case dismissal allows for the possibility of refiling charges in the future, as there is no statute of limitations on rape charges in Kansas.
- Morris was charged following an alleged sexual assault on August 26 at McCarthy Hall, home to the men's basketball team.
- Before transferring to Kansas, Morris faced a misdemeanor assault charge in Texas, to which he entered a no-contest plea.
- Morris, a former 5-star recruit and McDonald's All-American, expressed relief and a desire to move forward after the dismissal of the charges.