The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed an assistant coach after an investigation into sexual assault allegations against him.
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“The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis from his role,” the team said on Friday.
We’re working to learn more about the allegations and coach’s dismissal, for Channel 2 Action News at 4:00 p.m.
Atlanta hired Lewis as its new assistant defensive line coach 17 days ago on Feb. 10. He previously coached at Toledo and Michigan.
Ann Arbor police confirmed to ESPN that it is investigating the allegations, but hasn’t said if any charges have been filed.
The Falcons previously issued a statement that it became “aware of allegations” against Lewis before the team later dismissed him.[SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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