Overview

• Ward, 34, is accused in a newly filed Harris County civil suit of repeatedly assaulting the mother of his child, including incidents alleged to have occurred in the child’s presence.
• The lawsuit details claims of slapping, choking, threats, and forced sexual contact tied to the night of Ward’s June 12 arrest, with additional allegations of drug use and emotional and financial abuse.
• Court filings and reporting say Ward violated bond conditions by contacting the plaintiff and by testing positive for alcohol, leading to an Aug. 7 arrest and a night in jail.
• The criminal case from the June arrest is scheduled to be presented to a Texas grand jury on Aug. 31, which will determine whether the case advances by indictment.
• The Texans declined comment and the NFL has said it is aware and reviewing; Ward remains on the team’s physically unable to perform list.