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Mark Sanchez Released From Hospital, Booked at Marion County Jail in Indianapolis Stabbing Case

Prosecutors elevated the case to a Level 5 felony after receiving new medical details, with a pretrial conference set for Nov. 5.

Overview

  • The former NFL quarterback was fingerprinted and photographed Sunday as a judge required processing before he could leave Indiana.
  • Sanchez faces battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a Level 5 felony carrying a potential one to six years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine, plus three misdemeanors.
  • Speaking briefly on camera, he thanked first responders and his surgeon, said he is recovering slowly, and declined to address the incident’s specifics.
  • Police affidavits and surveillance video indicate Sanchez initiated the confrontation while intoxicated, and prosecutors say the 69-year-old truck driver acted in self-defense and will not be charged.
  • Perry Tole has filed a civil lawsuit against Sanchez and Fox alleging severe injuries and negligent hiring, and Fox has removed Sanchez from recent broadcast assignments.