Terrence Shannon Jr. to Face Trial for Rape Charges in June
The former Illinois basketball star was ordered by a Kansas judge to stand trial following allegations of sexual assault in Lawrence.
- Shannon, accused of assaulting a woman in a bar, pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree felony rape and aggravated sexual battery.
- The trial is set to commence on June 10, ahead of the NBA Draft where Shannon is a projected first-round pick.
- Shannon was temporarily reinstated to the Illinois basketball team after a federal judge's ruling, despite being suspended earlier.
- The university ceased its investigation into the allegations against Shannon in April.
- Legal proceedings will determine Shannon's involvement, with his attorneys stating the preliminary hearing does not imply guilt.