Hes gotten away with this, but a leopard cant change his spots. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. In Baxley's case, she said her encounter with Watson happened last June. I am heartbroken for your family, for your loved ones, for those coming to terms with the fact that your charitable work and good-guy persona are nothing more than a meticulously designed faade to keep your victims silent and second-guessing themselves.. August 19, 2022 at 3:14 pm They have no problem expressing opinions on other stuff. 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" . Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. Baxley alleges that Watson also accosted her in June of 2020. "[When] I entered the room, I was both shocked and sickened to find you completely nude face down. She says that Friel. Completely oblivious to the reality of their actions. We based it off your Facebook details. "Every boundary from professional and therapeutic, to sexual and degrading, you crossed," she said. I bet he wouldnt request appointments from 66 different dudes. Watson's lawyer, Rusty Hardin, issued a statement March 23 denying the accusations. He will eventually commit another crime, and wont get away with it. In an open letter to the Daily Beast, Baxley explained why she's the lone holdout in the Deshaun Waton case. Watson is required to submit to an evaluation and treatment, before he is reinstated. Something YOU and some cheating owners DO NOT have. I think since at least two, perhaps three have done so already, there's others that are considering it. She could be making it up or Why didnt she just leave are awful, victim-blaming takes. Then you asked if you could shower before your service. All of Watson's accusers apart from Solis and Baxley continue to use an alias. A part of the People / Entertainment Weekly Network. Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. Hardin also said Watson and his representatives "will fully cooperate with the Houston Police Department" as part of any criminal investigation. August 19, 2022 at 3:22 pm Maybe she simply wants her day in court. Theres been no justice and now another wealthy abuser is being rewarded. But if shes waiting for a sincere apology or remorse Im not sure shes going to get it. Then the video was released showing the guy patting him on the back. I am a licensed massage therapist. But you can pick one that's 25 characters or less and includes a letter. 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. Hes learned nothing from this, and any mandatory counseling will be pointless if he feels hes innocent. 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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. The attorney read: Bexley also took shots at Deshaun Watson's community work outside the NFL. Cleveland.com via AP Baxley wrote that she was "forced into quitting for the sake of my health" and safety in June 2020. MORE VIDEOS. They both told similar stories on how Watson was inappropriate with them during massages and it has caused them trauma. The last part of your Myspace URL. But since people will continue to watch games in record numbers and the NFLs money isnt affected they dont care. "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. He actually shows true remorse for his actions. But the cynical part in me says the settlement amount wasnt enough. good for you. We'll email instructions on how to reset your password. Texan fans gonna ready and rowdy!! The burden of proof isnt high in civil cases. Baxley's alleged encounter with Watson was shared in a letter read out by her attorney, Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, during a press conference in Texas yesterday, amplifying claims from her lawsuit. Even if Watson is never charged with a crime, the NFL could suspend himfor violations of its personal conduct policy, depending on the findings of its own investigation. Watson has denied that he has ever treated women with anything but the "utmost respect". Watson has denied the allegations against him and stuck to that talking point even after agreeing to the 11-game suspension. 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. I cant believe this actually has to be explained. Vasteelerfan says: I am a survivor of assault and harassment, Solis said from the office of her attorney in Houston. Who did she think she was massaging a twig? Watson also said he looked forward to clearing his name and that he has never treated a woman with anything but the utmost respect.. NFL investigators Lisa Friel and Jennifer Gaffney, former prosecutors now running the league's personal conduct policy investigations, were the ones who talked to Solis, Lauren Baxley and another . PHOTO Ashley Solis Is Being Attacked By Deshaun Watson's Supporters. She is one of six women to file the doomed criminal complaints against Watson, who still faces lawsuits from his 22 accusers, most of whom work as masseuses Baxley, who has been identified by. Skip Navigation Share on Facebook Hope she makes lots of trouble for Watson and the NFL. Ashley Solis, a licensed massage therapist, was the first Watson accuser to reveal her identity among the 22 who have filed lawsuits against the Texans QBsince March 16. Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. Ashley Solis appeared live at a press conference that was held by her attorney Tony Buzbee. Baxley alleges that Watson got in touch with her through social media. SPACEBAR resumes the slideshow. Watson denies claims of sexual assault or misconduct and alleges to have turned down settlement demands from early accusers. If anyone has ANY respect for women they should cease to watch all browns games. 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. Who is Lauren Baxley? 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. Pick one that's hard-to-crack, only known by you, and at least 6 characters long. During the remainder of the session, Baxley said she felt "powerless and trapped", thinking of Watson's millions of fans, followers and his resources and income, and how "with a snap of [his] fingers, I knew my career might be lost.". Pick one that's 25 characters or less and includes a letter. "We made a legit demand. If she doesnt want to settle and go to court thats her right. 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.". "My name is Lauren Baxley. Judge Robinson's ruling truly bothered Baxley: "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. I cant believe this actually has to be explained. "I continued to the best of my ability to give you therapeutic treatment, but clearly that wasnt what you were seeking.". Your full rear was exposed, as was your scrotum," Baxley alleged. Lauren Baxley, a licensed massage therapist who accused Watson of exposing himself to her and touching her with . She is one of the 22 women who have filed a lawsuit against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Our ruling will be based on their findings. Tony Buzbee, the lawyer representing Solis, claims that there are now 22 alleged victims under consideration at his firm. He probably cant really admit to anything until all the civil cases are settled, but his lack of remorse is the scariest part of this to me. He may be a sociopath. "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.". You dont sue for an apology are we to believe its just a coincidence that Watson is a multi-million dollar man? The 33-year-old body care expert came forward after Solis named herself publicly as one of Watsons victims. This is how youll be known on Myspace. Three others allegedly took place in California, Georgia and Arizona. 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. Dont book an appointment in the first place and walk out of the room the first sign of inappropriate conduct. Theres an old saying that goes Nothings illegal unless you get caught. Makes him look like a sociopath. Ashley Solis was formerly known as Jane Doe #1 before she came forward on April 6, 2021. Everyone else commenting only know what they were told. Gaffield is general counsel for Athletes First, the sports agency for a number ofNFL players, including Watson. fan70 says: An 11 game suspension? He claimed that there is evidence of email exhanges to confirm this request made to Scott Gaffield, the General Counsel at the Atheles First agency representing Watson. No worries, joining is easy. Her description of what happened with her is just so disgusting. "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. The NFL had the opportunity to do the right thing here, and any future victim of his will be including the league in their lawsuits that will surely follow any accusations of sexual misconduct. This is your profile URL. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Lauren Baxley is the second accuser to make her identity known to the public. She said one of the reasons she was . Unidad Editorial Informacin Deportiva, S.L.U. First name is Lauren, L-A-U-R-E-N. Last name Baxley, B like boy, A- X-L-E-Y. Not unless he just tells them what they want to hear in order to be reinstated. Dont jump to conclusions based on what the media distorts with their own biased opinions. "I am a survivor of assault and harassment, Deshaun Watson is my assaulter and my harasser. Numbers, dots and dashes are ok, too. Then you asked if you could shower before your service. 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. Watson is eager to bury this case and focus on his football career, but Lauren Baxley has explained her principles in not accepting a payout from the NFL star. "Remember that name," Solis told reporters during a press conference Tuesday. We based it off your Twitter details. This non-sense circus would have been over a long time ago. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. I couldnt know at that point.". Just think. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, 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, Deshaun Watsons second accuser Lauren Baxley tried not to be sick after he demanded she grab his genitals, Headteacher sacked 'after sending parents a list of striking teachers' as school launches probe, Isle of Innisfree ferry: Blaze breaks out on boat carrying 183 people in English Channel as lifeboats scramble to scene. You can throw in numbers, dots and dashes, too. Register now! Thus far, the NFL has taken no action against Watson, but representatives for the league have interviewed both Solis and Baxley to pin them down over their allegations. "At such time, you moved in such a way that your penis touched my hand," she wrote. Hess mandated to get counseling and meet certain conditions to play. The essay written by Lauren Baxley a licensed massage therapist in Houston was published by The Daily Beast. Ex: myspace.com/. My wife is a massage therapist and was trained to do that. If he floats, he is guilty. To finish, unfortunately, this isnt the first or likely last time the NFL (and other businesses), put profit ahead of peoples welfare. ", "I can no longer practice the profession I love most," she said. 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 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.". 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. 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. "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. Baxley's alleged encounter with Watson was shared in a letter read out by her attorney, Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, during a press conference in Texas yesterday, amplifying claims from her lawsuit. That woman isnt here. Press ESC to exit. Deshaun Watsons attorney Rusty Hardin has sent a response to Tony Buzbees press conference today. I couldnt hold it in anymore, Solis said. Please try again. That is false. He seems annoyed that he has had to go through this. Things like show remorse, admission to having a problem and actively dealing with said problem. ", Follow reporter Brent Schrotenboer @Schrotenboer. However, in a deposition . To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Godel and the NFLPA got another one wrong. Who Is Deshaun Watson's Girlfriend, Jilly Anais. Judge Robinson found that Watson committed non-violent sexual assault. At Tuesday's news conference, an attorney with Buzbee's firm read a letter written by another of the women who has accused Watson of sexual assault and has also chosen to be publicly identified. 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. Baxley claims Watson then told her to "just grab it", meaning his penis, if it was in her way. Hitting > pauses the slideshow and goes forward. Not that Haslam or Goodell care about that. I am on the record saying Kraft deserves the same discipline as Watson. Watson and Solis agreed to set up a massage for March 30, 2020. Thats why they agreed to 11 games rather than the collectively bargained full season they could have required. August 19, 2022 at 6:33 pm I expect the Brown are going to regret this entire affair its not going away anytime soon, and its not going to end well. What was slightly unusual, Baxley however claimed, was Watson repeatedly expressing his "privacy concerns". Solis says Watson instead grabbed his penis and put it onto her hand, Sports Illustrated explained. Lauren Baxley, a massage therapist, did not speak, but an attorney at Buzbee's firm read aloud a letter she wrote to Watson at the suggestion of her therapist, she said. She claimed in court documents that the NFL star inappropriately grabbed her and exposed himself during a session in June. Rusty Hardin, Watson's attorney, issued a response on Tuesday, saying Buzbee sought $100,000 on behalf of Solis in order to settle the matter. The Texans are complicit in this they clearly enabled Watsons behavior. Heand his attorney, Rusty Hardin, have broadly denied the allegations. He claimed that some of the women were asked to sign an NDA before or after meeting the NFL star. No integrity. Tony Buzbee explains his refusal to settle with Deshaun Watson: He shows no remorse. Lauren Baxley is the second woman to come forward as one of the 22 women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. Baxley said Watson signed a consent form before the session, and she directed him to the massage table and left the room. 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. ", 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. Now, Baxley is speaking out about the . 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. "I can no longer practice the profession I love the most without shakingI hope he knew how heartbreaking that is to me," she said. You do know Matt patrica and Julian Edelman also bought women off right? I agree completely with Ms Baxley when she states that he will continue his destructive behavior. I find it really curious this womans statements. If he does not understand that this is wrong he will do it again. That would explain the lack of remorse or acknowledgement of any wrongdoing, in addition to persistent denial. You cant cure that mentality, or change that person. Hitting < pauses the slideshow and goes back. Solis claims she now cant touch a patient without shaking, and revealed thatimages of Watsonflash across her mind during sessions with other patients. Numbers, dots and dashes are ok, too. Your full rear was exposed, as was your scrotum," Baxley alleged. Watson still refuses to admit that he harassed and committed indecent assault against me. A big corporation settling and allowing this guy back in just because they are afraid of the lawsuit that NFLPA could bring. In Baxley's letter, she spoke of how she was "excited" to work with Watson when he first approached her through Instagram last year, but quickly their interactions turned "strange". "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. Partner of iONE Digital Network. As she began to focus on that area, she remembers his penis being in the way, so she asked him to readjust himself away from where she was working. With attorney Tony Buzbee by. Judge Sue L. Robinson, who was in charge of reviewing Deshaun Watson's case, handed the Cleveland Browns quarterback a 6 game suspension with no financial penalty. From what has been reported, Baxley has worked with plenty of professional athletes before working with Watson. Or the biggest piece of human garage on earth Aaron? Let your followers know you're on Myspace with a Tweet. "I come forward now in hopes Deshaun Watson does not hurt another woman," she told reporters. Email us at exclusive@the-sun.com or call 212 416 4552. August 19, 2022 at 6:10 pm Watson will never show remorse because he REALLY feels he did nothing wrong. In. I will never cease my attempts to educate on this point.. You may be prompted by your browser for permission. Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey, an attorney for Baxley, read a letter her client directed at Watson: A letter from another woman who has filed suit against Deshaun Watson is being read. Glad she is on this planet with us and I hope she wins. Solis went on to explain how she continues to be impacted by her encounter with Watson, per Front Office Sports' A.J. He looked disgusting. Agreement and consent to the Privacy Policy and Video Privacy Policy. "I got into massage therapy to heal people. Lauren Baxley has come forward as one of the in two female massage therapists who filed civil suits against Houston Texans star Deshaun Watson. Two women have decided to go public with their claims that Deshaun Watson sexually assaulted them during massages. Now THAT is integrity, Goodell. Deshaun Watson assaulted and harassed me on March 30th, 2020, in my own home doing what I felt was massage therapy. Not a member? 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. 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. She could be making this all up. Can the therapists in cleveland he has assaulted please stand up and file suit against this predator. Shes not wrong, thats for sure, however at least a couple of the therapists went back and provided additional treatment(s). I was afraid. We all know the answer (bawk, bawk!). Baxley told Sports Illustrated she was also asked what she was wearing during her alleged incident . "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. The NFL is looking more like the WWE every year. Id put him down. This is your profile URL. Basing your ideal on minimal information just goes to show how misled as a society we are. I am a former massage therapist, having quit the only career I have known in May of this year. While Solis didn't didn't specifically link herself to any of the 22 lawsuits previously filed against Watson, Solis claims Watson made lewd advances toward her at her home office on March 30 of last year. And inherent and unspoken threats are just as damaging to the psyche as explicit threats. TAKING A STAND exclusive Photo Illustration by The Daily Beast/Getty The Cleveland Browns quarterback has settled with 23 of the 24 women who accused him of sexual misconduct. "When you requested a pre-consultation phone call, I was happy to oblige," Baxley wrote. 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" . At least five women said he ejaculated over the course of a session. LAUREN Baxley is one of several women who have filed sexual assault lawsuits against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. By Lauren Baxley. So in that sense I 100% agree with Baxley. NFL selects Atlanta for potential Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship (96) Lauren Baxley explains her refusal to settle with Deshaun Watson: He shows no remorse Posted by Mike Florio on August 19, 2022, 1:57 PM EDT Getty Images As a result of not 1 but 2 grand juries refusing to indict Deshaun Watson, he will be suspended 0 games. by NBATitleChase April 7, 2021 0 Comments. The licensed therapist and business owner says that Watson made sexual advances when he came to her home for a massage session in March of 2020. If we find matches from the people you follow on Twitter, we'll connect you to them right away. The women, Ashley Solis and Lauren Baxley, said the superstar QB touched them inappropriately during massage sessions, traumatizing them. YOU can do what you are doing,keep his behavior in the news. She was seen on the videos caring, and her age is assumed to lie under the given range. Baxley claims Watson then turned over onto his back, once again exposing himself but "this time your penis". Watson faces lawsuits from 22 women Credit: AP. 23 of 24 of Deshaun Watson's accusers have reached a financial settlement with the Browns quarterback. Baxley spoke about her experience with Deshaun Watson in a statement she issued at a press conference on Tuesday. We wont be making another or bid against ourselves. "Any allegation that Deshaun forced a woman to commit a sexual act is completely false," Hardin said.