In a significant judicial development, a New York judge ruled against an application to dismiss an assault case involving renowned actor Jonathan Majors. Consequently, the matter is now slated for trial, with continued public interest piqued.
Known across the globe for his performances in the Marvel cinematic universe, Majors is facing charges over an alleged assault and aggravated harassment incident. The altercation supposedly occurred with his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari on March 25. Firmly denying the allegations through his legal representative, the charges against Majors allegedly involve striking Jabbari in the face with an open hand, causing substantial pain and a wound behind her ear.
Legal documentation, as provided by court filings, reveals that Majors launched a counter-complaint against Jabbari in the month of June. The counter-complaint alleges that Majors was the victim of an assault by Jabbari during their confrontation in March. Jabbari herself and her legal representative have yet to make any public statements about the case.
The records reveal that the New York police issued an investigatory card for Jabbari in June, signposting there’s probable cause for her arrest with a cross-complaint. Nevertheless, it appears the Manhattan District Attorney has decided not to prosecute Jabbari as indicated by a filing on September 21 in the ongoing case against Majors.
The September filing implies the prosecution communicated to Jabbari’s attorney that the People would elect not to pursue charges against Jabbari if she were arrested. This reaction is in response to a September 12 request by Majors’ attorneys demanding dismissal of his case.
Confirming their position, a spokesperson for the Manhattan DA vocalized their anticipation for the trial on Wednesday, stating, “We look forward to presenting our case at trial.”
Representatives for Majors were contacted for an official statement. Majors’ attorney, Priya Chaudhry, upheld her client’s innocence in a message delivered to media in August, claiming the actor was “unjustly cuffed” and escorted to jail. She described Majors as the “real victim in this shameful ordeal,” with his life, career, and reputation tragically shredded.
The commencement of the trial is marked for November 29.
