Baxley's letter followed on from a tearful statement delivered by fellow massage therapist Ashley Solis, who recalled the "terrible things" Watson is capable of after he allegedly "assaulted her" . They are a range of emotions: guilt, embarrassment, shame, courage, anger, sadness and numbness. Deshaun is a liar. If he floats, he is guilty. Deshaun is an idiot. I just started crying. Anyone with any credibility would give details not fluff statements. ", Solis had said in her statement earlier that "people say that Im doing this just for money. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. While Baxley didn't appear at the conference in person, another accuser, Ashley Solis, did - tearfully recounting similar allegations of inappropriate touching during an earlier encounter in March 2020. "I didnt want to touch you but terror kept me on auto-pilot," she wrote. Now, Baxley is speaking out about the . Baxley alleges that Watson also accosted her in June of 2020. Many describe a similar pattern that the Houston Texans quarterback initiated contact via Instagram to arrange for a massage session, then caused them to touch his genitals during the session. PHOTO Ashley Solis Is Being Attacked By Deshaun Watson's Supporters. That seems to match the details of a lawsuit filed last month that details a massage at the plaintiff's home, where the victim broke down in tears, alleging that Watson exposed himself and touched her hand "with the tip of his erect penis. I felt disgusting. Press ESC to exit. Like Solis, Baxley said in a letter read by her attorney that Watson reached out to her through Instagram to obtain her services. Deshaun Watson assaulted and harassed me on March 30th, 2020, in my own home doing what I felt was massage therapy. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone The 33-year-old body care expert came forward after Solis named herself publicly as one of Watson's victims. Hitting > pauses the slideshow and goes forward. The woman called Watson a predator with power in the letter and says he has a meticulously designed facade to keep his victims second guessing themselves. pic.twitter.com/Zh2WElSvb4, Lauren Baxley in her letter to Watson: "Every boundary from professional and therapeutic, to sexual and degrading, you crossed.". In a press conference, licensed massage therapist Ashley Solis identified herself as the first woman to file litigation, while another woman, Lauren Baxley, allowed an attorney to read a letter . Watson's lawyer, Rusty Hardin, issued a statement March 23 denying the accusations. Everything about the rulings on these cases stinks of privilege and a concerted effort to cover up and move on. "We did not think that the facts showed that Deshaun did anything wrong with their client," Gaffield said in a statement. If he does not understand that this is wrong he will do it again. Solis claims she now cant touch a patient without shaking, and revealed thatimages of Watsonflash across her mind during sessions with other patients. Lauren Baxley (left), Deshaun Waton (right) during a practice with the Cleveland Browns. Theres been no justice and now another wealthy abuser is being rewarded. She spoke alongside attorney Tony Buzbee who revealed another of Watson's accusers to be Lauren Baxley. In the months since the alleged encounter on June 2, Baxley said she has been angry at Watson for a number of reasons. You must be logged in to leave a comment. "I come forward now in hopes Deshaun Watson does not hurt another woman," she told reporters. We also wont be having an extended dialogue about why you think your client did nothing wrong or how you want this to be a `learning'experience for your `high profile athlete,'as you refer to him. You rejected it," Buzbee wrote Feb. 19, according to the release. " You can always edit this or any other info in settings after joining. If you don't see it, don't forget to check your spam folder. Fox 26 Houston She had filed the lawsuit under an alias due to the fear of a public backlash -- but says she feels empowered to go public and tell her story herself. Just admit what you did and move on. "You asked again if we had privacy space, I said yes. If she doesnt want to settle and go to court thats her right. Some of the responses here just show how bitter and angry some men can be towards women in general. Gaffield explained his e-mail Tuesday in a statement issued by Hardin's firm. A request for comment from Watson's agent on Solis and Baxley's claims has not yet been returned. She feared speaking out, though. None of us know exactly what went on. If she doesnt want to settle, okay, see you in court in 2023. You may already know people on Myspace. This incident has affected me in many ways, and those ways are hard to describe. I expect the Brown are going to regret this entire affair its not going away anytime soon, and its not going to end well. Solis oftentimes got choked up while telling her story. Massage therapist Lauren Baxley - one of 22 women to file sexual misconduct claims against Watson in the past month - claims in court documents that the NFL star touched her inappropriately and exposed himself during a session in June. M y name is Lauren Baxley. During a news conference, Ashley Solis said she [] Ray Rice was violent towards one woman and was black-balled for life. From there, the massage therapist claims Watson specified that he needed additional focus on his "glute area", which is typical of athletes in high-impact sports. "[When] I entered the room, I was both shocked and sickened to find you completely nude face down. I couldnt know at that point.". Only 2 people know what really went on in that room. The first woman to accuse Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault in a lawsuit filed last month publicly identified herself Tuesday and a second woman was named in a public. We expect that this matter will be resolved in court., After news of the first lawsuit was made public, Watson wrote on Twitter that Buzbee made a baseless six-figure settlement demand before filing suit. From there, the massage therapist claims Watson specified that he needed additional focus on his "glute area", which is typical of athletes in high-impact sports. She accuses Watson of exposing himself to her. This is your profile URL. No idea. HOUSTON (AP) The first woman to accuse Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment in a lawsuit spoke publicly on Tuesday, alleging she was terrorized by her encounter with the NFL player and that he needs to be held accountable for his actions. A request for comment from Watson's agent on Solis and Baxley's claims has not yet been returned. This is Houston, Texas. The nfl should have required Watson only use male massage therapists for duration of career. Any settlement offer he has made has been a dismissal of his evil actions, and I know that unless there is an authoritative intervention, he will continue his destructive behavior. They want it over. nhpats2011 says: Watson still refuses to admit that he harassed and committed indecent assault against me. Id put him down. She says that Friel. The second accuser did not attend the press conference but was identified as Lauren Baxley. ", Watsons lawyer Rusty Hardin claimed in a statement after Solis' press conference on Tuesday that her attorney, Tony Buzbee, "sought $100,000 in hush money on behalf of Ms. Solis to quietly settle the allegations a month before he filed the first lawsuit.". The 33-year-old body care expert came forward after Solis named herself publicly as one of Watsons victims. Baxley claims that Watson asked her for a . Second, hopefully that treatment and reinstatement requires admission of wrongdoing; otherwise what good is it? He actually shows true remorse for his actions. However, her exact age and other details have not been revealed yet to the news and media. Solis said that the final straw was when Watson actually placed his erect penis in her hand. I am the remaining plaintiff against Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns quarterback who harassed and committed indecent assault against me", she wrote. You may be prompted by your browser for permission. Hes gotten away with this, but a leopard cant change his spots. Some days I feel like a hero. Lauren Baxley is the second woman to come forward as one of the 22 women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. Watson, 25, has not been arrested or criminally charged. While Baxley didn't appear at the conference in person, another accuser, Ashley Solis, did - tearfully recounting similar allegations of inappropriate touching during an earlier encounter in March 2020. Now that the profession that I love so much has been forever tainted, I am deeply saddened but not surprised to see so many victim-blaming in the press and by online commenters. Baxley alleges that Watson also accosted her in June of 2020. "I quickly covered you with a hand towel as you tried to insist that you were both uncomfortable by the towel and you didnt mind being exposed. Big Ben is glad hes retired and they settled. In her lawsuit against Watson, Solis alleges that when she began massaging the 25-year-old player, he started telling her specific places on his body to do her work and to always use her hands instead of her fists or elbows. "I am survivor of assault and harassment, Deshaun Watson is my assaulter and my harasser," Solis said, adding that she has struggled through panic attacks, anxiety, depression. "When you requested a pre-consultation phone call, I was happy to oblige," Baxley wrote. Her description of what happened with her is just so disgusting. "I told you that I minded and as I attempted to start the session, you clearly directed me away from a therapeutic glute massage to your anus.". Deshaun Watson assaulted her on March 30, 2020, in her home. All non-consensual sexual acts are a violence. In the letter, Lauren Baxley called Watson "a predator with power" and alleged he touched her with his penis multiple times during a massage session. He says hes a Christian? Im sorry, but its Watsons right to not admit to anything related to an ongoing case. "I can no longer practice the profession I love the most without shakingI hope he knew how heartbreaking that is to me," she said. The former Houston-area massage therapist has explained why she hasn't agreed to a financial settlement with the Cleveland Browns quarterback: "There is no remorse". The General Public Believes Lauren Baxley's White Attorney Looks Like Prostitute. "Any allegation that Deshaun forced a woman to commit a sexual act is completely false," Hardin said. ", After Watson allegedly "forced Plaintiff's hand onto his penis" during the massage, he allegedly told her, "I will not have you sign a NDA but don't ever talk about this.". If we find matches from the people you follow on Twitter, we'll connect you to them right away. Perez shared a copy of Solis' formal complaint. On March 11, I sat in a secure room with five other women who claimed that my abuser, Deshaun Watson, had also assaulted them.Some of these women had civil cases against . He claimed that Buzbee and the accuser sought a $100,000 settlement - in his words, "hush money" - months before making the matter public. Because Watson repeatedly assaulted women, the institutions and individuals who currently uphold and employ him must also be held accountable. Watsons lawyer Rusty Hardin said in a statement after Solis' press conference that Buzbee "sought $100,000 in hush money on behalf of Ms. Solis to quietly settle the allegations a month before he filed the first lawsuit.". - If she settles for a single dollar so she can raise awareness and end athlete entitlement when it comes to females, Ill believe shes a legit warrior for the cause. We are continuing to closely monitor all developments in the matter. That being said Im glad he did say it cause it screwed the browns and they deserve everything for the way they manipulated his contract. Vasteelerfan says: This isnt that hard to understand if he says hes sorry to her, then he admits guilt and will lose the civil lawsuit. so you will maintain both your moral and economic status. ", Watsons lawyer Rusty Hardin claimed in a statement after Solis' press conference on Tuesday that her attorney, Tony Buzbee, "sought $100,000 in hush money on behalf of Ms. Solis to quietly settle the allegations a month before he filed the first lawsuit.". The alleged victim, Lauren Baxley, said she was instructed by her trauma therapist to write a letter to Watson to help her heal. Most of the cases allege thesame, or similar, conduct, Buzbee told the outlet of the civil complaints alleging misconduct during massages. A SECOND woman to go public with claims of sexual misconduct against Deshaun Watson said she "tried not be be sick" after the Texans quarterback told her grab his genitals during a massage last year. "I replay the incident over and over in my head as if I'm trying to wake up for some horrible nightmare -- only that nightmare is real. Please try again. Baxley blasted Watson for allegedly crossing what she called "every boundary from therapeutic and profession to sexual and degrading". In. Your login session has expired. She is one of 22 women who have filed a complaint against Deshaun Watson, the quarterback for the Houston Texans. Thats the way the system works. "This happened multiple times - and the remainder of the session was spent trying not to be sick, to not have an outburst, and to keep you covered," she alleged. When the time came to begin the session, Solis said Watson was naked on the massage table, with a small towel he had brought covering his groin. Wow, thats rough while he makes his $230 million guaranteed. We loaded your account with your Facebook details. Tony Buzbee, the lawyer representing Solis, claims that there are now 22 alleged victims under consideration at his firm. Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. That woman isnt here. Enter your email or username. She said that after the session, she felt . "I told you that I minded and as I attempted to start the session, you clearly directed me away from a therapeutic glute massage to your anus.". In 2019 I modeled for the 2020 Varsity Spirit magazine and helped promote their uniforms . She had filed a lawsuit under an alias due to the fear of a public backlash but now says she feels empowered to go public and tell her story herself. An ESPN examination of lawsuits filed against Watson and interviews with six others who were hired to massage him reveal a complex portrait of a man on a seemingly insatiable hunt for massage therapy. The e-mails were part of an apparent bid to settle the case before the lawsuit was filed. Smith runs second-fastest 40 by DL since 03, Saleh compares Carr to Stafford pre-Rams trade, Allen to be ready to roll for offseason program, How to maximize leverage of No. Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. We based it off your Twitter details. Solis claims she now cant touch a patient without shaking, and revealed thatimages of Watsonflash across her mind during sessions with other patients. The fact that Haslam still opened the vault doors for him just proves what a clueless buffoon he is. Funny how she doesnt describe in detail the alleged incident or exactly what he did. After she read her statement in front of TV cameras, one of her attorneys also revealed the name of a second woman who made similar allegations in a lawsuit Lauren Baxley, who was identified as another therapist. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? Vasteelerfan says: The women, Ashley Solis and Lauren Baxley, said the superstar QB touched them inappropriately during massage sessions, traumatizing them. Who is Lauren Baxley? He can just pay is lawyer to drag it out for 10 years. Good job, Lauren Baxley. ZERO. She is absolutely correct. Second grand jury in Texas declines to indict Browns QB Deshaun Watson. In the meantime, though, dont keep demanding an accused incriminate himself. "The allegations are deeply disturbing and we take these issues very seriously," the NFL said in a statement. Lauren Baxley is the second accuser to make her identity known to the public. Hardin also said Watson and his representatives "will fully cooperate with the Houston Police Department" as part of any criminal investigation. Several women have come forward to reveal very shocking and specific allegations of sexual misconduct against NFL player Deshaun Watson, Sports Illustrated reported on Friday. In one case, plaintiff Lauren Baxley was diagnosed with "complex PTSD" by her therapist, according to court records, referring to post-traumatic stress disorder. Baxley said she attempted to cover his genitals with a different towel, which she claims he later removed after becoming aroused as she was massaging his upper quad area. Tony Buzbee, the lawyer representing Solis, said she has provided a statement to Houston police. Perez: Solis said the idea that money was her primary motivation behind filing the suit is "false.". All rights reserved. But Mr. Buzbee informed us that he was unwilling to do so. Lauren Baxley is the second accuser to go public with her name. Lauren Baxley is one of the 22 plaintiffs who have active civil lawsuits against Deshaun Watson, and she was one of the first to reveal their identity. Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. Any settlement offer he has made has been a dismissal of his evil actions, and I know that unless there is an authoritative intervention, he will continue his destructive behavior.. Lauren Baxley calls Texans star 'a predator with power' in letter Watson has been accused in lawsuits filed by 22 different women Ashley Solis, the first woman to file sexual assault claims. Last week, the Texans star also issued a statement from 18 female massage therapists which claimed that he has never placed them in an uncomfortable position and is a respectful client. They both told similar stories on how Watson was inappropriate with them during massages and it has caused them trauma. 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Im fairly certain that any psychologist would say that the biggest problem with narcissist behavior, such as what weve seen happen with Jerry Sandusky, DeShaun Watson, etc., is that in their minds, they dont think theyre doing anything wrong. Heand his attorney, Rusty Hardin, have broadly denied the allegations. Yeah that doesnt sound rigged. I have rejected all settlement offers, in part because they have not included any sincere acknowledgment of remorse and wrongdoings, nor have they included any promises of rehabilitative treatment, Lauren Baxley said in an essay for TheDailyBeast.com. Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. This woman, whoever, she is has major credibility issues. Now we will learn the identity of at least one accuser. Maybe she simply wants her day in court. Godel and the NFLPA got another one wrong. Theres an old saying that goes Nothings illegal unless you get caught. Hitting < pauses the slideshow and goes back. Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. Speaker 4: Tony, how many of your clients will be making [inaudible 00:41:07]? The woman gave permission for her letter to Watson to be read out loud to the media. After Ashley Solis identified herself as one of the accusers of Deshaun Watson, another came forward and had a representative from attorney Tony Buzbee's office read her statement. Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. In her ruling, she considered Watson to have committed "non-violent sexual assault". Also dont think for a second there arent people planning to protest every single game he plays in down the road. Need help? "You detailed a few items of concern you made sure to use the words 'professional' and 'non-sexual', though I wondered a bit when you mentioned that it was 'difficult' to find a therapist who was 'comfortable' working with you. ", "I can no longer practice the profession I love most," she said. Two women, Ashley Solis and Lauren Baxley, came forward to identify themselves as plaintiffs in two of the civil suits against Houston Texans star Deshaun Watson. If we find matches from your Facebook friends, we'll connect you to them right away. I dont think theres no doubt shes going to win in court. It also remains possible that the league will decide that he has failed to comply with this aspect of the agreement, resulting in an extension of his suspension. 22 accusers claims that Watson preyed on them during massages. Serena Williams stepmom's debts continue to spiral amid crumbling home battle, 'Glaring error' left 'habitual liar' Alex Murdaugh 'boxed in' during trial, Alex Murdaugh jailed for life after disgraced lawyer guilty of murder, Murdaugh sentenced to LIFE in prison after being found guilty of double murder, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has been accused of sexual misconduct by 22 different women in separate lawsuits, in the past month, Attorney Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, left, reads a statement by accuser Lauren Baxley during a press conference in Texas on Tuesday, While Baxley didn't appear at the conference in person, another accuser, Ashley Solis (right), did - tearfully recounting similar allegations of inappropriate touching in March 2020, Watson has denied that he has ever treated women with anything but the 'utmost respect' and has rebuffed the claims, A statement published to social media by Watson last month is seen above, Solis said Watson made lewd advances toward her at her home office on March 30 of last year, Baxley blasted Watson for crossing what she called 'every boundary from therapeutic and profession to sexual and degrading', Watsons lawyer Rusty Hardin said in a statement after Solis' press conference on Tuesday that her attorney, Tony Buzbee, 'sought $100,000 in hush money' for Solis, All of Watson's accusers apart from Solis and Baxley continue to use an alias, Ashley Solis, who recalled the "terrible things". "Im furious that the talented and hard working young black man that gave so many children inspiration is nothing more than a predator with power," she wrote. Describing herself as "just one of dozens of women whose lives have been. She describes other sordid . MORE VIDEOS. You can throw in numbers, dots and dashes, too. "We believed then - and fully believe now - that Deshaun learned a lesson about putting himself in this type of situation by interacting with people he does not know. Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. An 11 game suspension? If your client is inappropriate you end the session and immediately report him/her. But instead his lack of remorse and insistence in innocence keeps this in news cycle. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The women seek compensatory damages and are described as licensed massage therapists, estheticians and other fitness and wellness professionals. Also Read: Who Is Deshaun Watson's Girlfriend, Jilly Anais? She was the first of 22 women to file a lawsuit against Watson. Lauren Baxley: Sure. Tony Buzbee: That is completely up to them. ", Pondering what Watson's remarks meant, Baxley said: "If all you wanted was professional work then maybe other therapists were star-struck by your local celebrity. Numbers, dots and dashes are ok, too. ", Solis said Watson "assaulted me in my home. Most people use their real name. Veronika Rajek stuns in sports bra as Tom Brady admirer hits the town, Stephen A begs fans to 'relax' as they slam 'disrespectful' exchange with Qerim, Olivia Dunne and LSU teammate have fans 'falling onto their knees', Spiranac reveals whether shell post nude pics as she recalls naked photo leak, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Deshaun Watson is the quarterback for the Houston Texans, Solis claims she was assaulted by Deshaun Watson on March 20, 2020, Watson denies the sexual assault claims against him, claims that there are now 22 alleged victims under consideration at his firm. ", Follow reporter Brent Schrotenboer @Schrotenboer. We've emailed you instructions on how to reset your password. The only one to not do so has stepped forward to explain her reasons. He said she said doesnt hold up in court nor should it. August 19, 2022 at 4:29 pm Pick one that's 25 characters or less and includes a letter. "At such time, you moved in such a way that your penis touched my hand," she wrote. I have to second NFL failed on this one Anyone that has a mother wife daughter a friend. This helps us keep people, musicians and brands searchable on Myspace. They have no problem expressing opinions on other stuff. She earned a masters degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2009 and PhD from Florida State University in 2012, both in Marriage and Family Therapy. "When I covered your groin area the towel I provided, you said it was itchy and rough.". Buzbee said the report was not from Solis but another client. Tags: PHOTO The General Public Believes Lauren Baxley's White Attorney Looks Like Prostitute. Can the therapists in cleveland he has assaulted please stand up and file suit against this predator. The Texans star also issued a statement from 18 female massage therapists which claimed that he has never placed them in an uncomfortable position and is a respectful client. All but one of the women who sued Watson have settled with him, too. Even one more victim is outrageous". I find it really curious this womans statements. She added that she was also heartbroken for his family and legions of fans after learning that his "good guy persona is nothing more than a meticulously designed facade to keep your victims silent and second guessing themselves.". Way to go Browns brass. I found that a little strange, but if you were coming from a training session, not abnormal. Baxley's alleged contact with Watson was revealed in a letter read aloud by her attorney.
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