06-18-2009, 05:28 PM
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Donte Stallworth suspended indefinitely by NFL
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Tony Grossi of the Plain Dealer reports Browns receiver Donte Stallworth has been suspended indefinitely by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Stallworth, who pleaded guilty to DUI manslaughter on Tuesday and received a 30-day jail sentence with other penalties for killing a pedestrian on March 14, will not be allowed to visit the Browns' facility or participate in any team activities.
In a letter to Stallworth, Goodell wrote:
"The conduct reflected in your guilty plea resulted in the tragic loss of life and was inexcusable. While the criminal justice system has determined the legal consequences of this incident, it is my responsbility as NFL Commissioner to determine appropriate league discipline for your actions, which have caused irreparable harm to the victim and his family, your club, your fellow players and the NFL."
Goodell wrote that Stallworth violated both the league's personal conduct and substance abuse policies.
"In this case, there is ample evidence to warrant significant discipline under both policies," Goodell wrote.
The suspension is effective immediately. Goodell wrote that he would schedule a meeting with Stallworth and his representatives "in due course", after which he will make a final determination on discipline.
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