Testimony began Tuesday in a Florida civil assault-and-battery trial involving Tyreek Hill, with his wife recounting details of assault and verbal abuse, according to ESPN. The proceedings commenced a day after ESPN reported that Hill would potentially sign an NFL contract soon.
The trial is taking place in Florida, though the specific court and jurisdiction were not disclosed in the source material. The first day of testimony focused on the wife's account of the events.
ESPN's reporting indicates that Hill, a prominent NFL player, may be on the verge of returning to the league. The timing of the trial coincides with this potential career development.
Further details from the trial, including any additional testimony or evidence, have not been released. The civil case continues.
