Who is Chad Wheeler’s girlfriend? NFL star arrested for 'strangling her', Seattle Seahawks boots him from team
Former Seattle Seahawks player Chad Wheeler was taken into custody on Friday, January 22, on charges of domestic violence after a gruesome incident unfolded at his residence in a Seattle suburb. Court documents have revealed, "(Wheeler) viciously attacked the victim in her bedroom, strangling her twice with both hands."
The incident is said to have begun around 9.45 pm in Kent, Washington, according to Kent Police Department Assistant Chief Jarod Kasner. Wheeler is also accused of "strangling the victim twice until she lost consciousness". The victim is alleged to be his girlfriend and the footballer had reportedly stopped taking medication for his bipolar disorder.
Who is Chad Wheeler's girlfriend?
While Wheeler's girlfriend's name or other personal details haven't been revealed, he mentioned her in one of his tweets, seeking an apology for his act which he's now "ashamed" of. He wrote, "The most important thing right now is that Alleah gets the care she needs and I get help."
On January 28, he tweeted, "Events happened over the weekend that transpired from a manic episode. I am deeply sorry for the pain and suffering that I have caused to Alleah and her family."
In another tweet, he said, "I apologize profusely for the turmoil that I have caused to my family, teammates, fans and those closest to me. The most important thing right now is that Alleah gets the care she needs and I get help. Both are happening." He also told his followers that it's time for him to walk away from football and "get help" to "never again pose a threat to another."
Events happened over the weekend that transpired from a manic episode. I am deeply sorry for the pain and suffering that I have caused to Alleah and her family.
— Chad Wheeler (@ChadWheeler72) January 27, 2021
I apologize profusely for the turmoil that I have caused to my family, teammates, fans and those closest to me. The most important thing right now is that Alleah gets the care she needs and I get help. Both are happening.
— Chad Wheeler (@ChadWheeler72) January 27, 2021
It is time for me to walk away from football and get the help I need to never again pose a threat to another. I cannot express my sorrow or remorse enough. I am truly ashamed.
— Chad Wheeler (@ChadWheeler72) January 27, 2021
According to a few reports, the text messages allegedly sent by Wheeler's girlfriend claim that he was "cold". In one of them, Alleah has allegedly written, "he thought I was dead on my bed and continued to eat dinner. When I ran into the bathroom, he said, ‘Wow, you’re still alive’ while sipping on a smoothie"
Police reports have revealed that the NFL star attacked his partner after she refused to "bow" to him. When she did not comply, he grabbed her by the arm and threw her on the bed, reports The Sun.
After regaining consciousness Alleah ran into the bathroom and called 911, saying there has been a "physical fight" and even contacted his family. On arriving at the place of the incident, officers heard the woman screaming and broke into the bathroom, where Wheeler was found standing next to her. Alleah was taken to Valley Medical Center for her treatment.
Chad Wheeler suspended from Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks issued a statement saying they were letting Wheeler go as they condemn domestic violence. It said, "The Seahawks are saddened by the details emerging against Chad Wheeler and strongly condemn this act of domestic violence. Our thoughts and support are with the victim. Chad is a free agent and no longer with the team." "We encourage Chad to get the help he needs. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please reach out for help," it said further.
Wheeler appeared in court on January 25 and his bail was set at $400,000, according to police reports.