Overview

• Sanchez now faces a Level 5 felony for battery resulting in serious bodily injury along with multiple misdemeanors, an offense punishable in Indiana by up to six years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
• Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears added the felony after receiving details about the alleged victim’s injuries, with affidavits and surveillance indicating Sanchez was the aggressor as the 69-year-old truck driver claims self-defense.
• In his first on‑camera remarks after booking, Sanchez thanked first responders and trauma surgeon Dr. Mosler and said he is focused on recovery, appearing with his right arm in a sling.
• He has pleaded not guilty, previously posted a $300 bond, was authorized to travel after formal booking, and is due back in court for a pretrial conference in early November.
• Perry Tole has filed a civil lawsuit naming Sanchez and Fox Corporation, and Fox Sports has reshuffled its broadcast crews during Sanchez’s absence.