Jevani Brown is due to appear before magistrates
An Exeter City player has been charged following an incident in Exeter.
Devon and Cornwall Police have confirmed 28-year-old Jevani Brown has been charged with assault by beating.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the police said they "were called to Queen Street, Exeter in the early hours of Thursday 2 February following reports of a female having been assaulted in the area.
"Officers attended and an arrest was made.
"Police have since charge a man in connection to this matter.
"Jevani Jason Brown, aged 28, originally from Luton but currently residing in Exeter, has been charged with assault by beating.
"He has been released on bail and is due to appear before Exeter Magistrates Court on Thursday 16 February."
The club says it's unable to make any comment until legal proceedings have been concluded. In the meantime, he won't be selected to play.
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