Providence basketball player Duncan Powell has entered a not guilty plea for the second time this week, facing domestic assault and disorderly conduct charges. The charges stem from a weekend altercation with a woman that began in Providence and extended into the suburb of Cranston.
Legal Proceedings and Charges
Powell appeared in Kent County District Court on Thursday, where he pleaded not guilty and was released on a personal recognizance bond. The court imposed strict conditions, ordering him to have no contact with the woman and granting permission for him to travel to his home state of Texas. This follows a similar plea entered in Providence on Monday, as authorities are treating the incidents as two separate occurrences.
Allegations of the Altercation
According to reports, the altercation started on Saturday when a woman alleged that Powell threw a water bottle at her during an argument at his apartment in Providence, resulting in a knee injury. Hours later, the situation escalated as Powell allegedly tracked the woman to a residence in Cranston. She informed police that he made multiple threatening calls, including threats to use a gun to harm everyone in the house and then himself.
The woman managed to leave the house before Powell arrived. Those who remained inside turned off the lights and hid when he began knocking on the door. Police were alerted and located Powell shortly after, taking him into custody. Authorities confirmed that no gun was found in his possession at the time.
Response from Legal Representatives
Outside the courthouse on Thursday, Powell and his attorney, Elizabeth Payette, declined to comment on the case. The legal proceedings continue as the basketball player navigates the charges amidst his athletic career.
