NBA Star Bryn Forbes Arrested For Allegedly Assaulting Girlfriend

Another NBA player is facing allegations of domestic abuse, and it's reported Bryn Forbes has been arrested. The current free agent was a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves before being released. He was in San Antonio, Texas, when, according to police, Forbes became angry with his girlfriend while they were out for the evening. Things were said to have taken a turn once the couple arrived back home in the early morning hours.

The exact details of what occurred are unclear. However, PEOPLE reported the woman told authorities Forbes struck her multiple times. After police arrived at the scene, EMTs were called to help the woman with her purported injuries. She was later transported for additional treatment. Those injuries haven't been shared.

Authorities claimed, "[The woman] was allegedly struck several times by [Forbes], causing injury and pain." They added, "EMS/SAFD responded and provided medical attention to the [woman]. [Forbes] at this time was arrested and is expected to be booked into jail. The follow-up unit and CSI were notified." Forbes was arrested on suspicion of assault with bodily injury."

The Daily Mail reported the alleged victim's name is Elsa Jean, a former adult film star. Their "source" claimed that Jean had only been living with Forbes for a few months. Forbes, a father of two, signed with the Timberwolves last July. However, he was reportedly released from the team just last week. Formerly, he has been a part of the San Antonio Spurs, Milwaukee Bucks, Denver Nuggets, and Timberwolves throughout his seven-season career with the NBA.

The baller nor Jean has confirmed or denied anything about this incident. Daily Mail further reported that Forbes and Jean were set up by Jordyn Woods, whose boyfriend plays for the Timberwolves. The outlet's source also stated Jean cut off her relationship with Forbes immediately after the altercation. She is reportedly "devastated" about what occurred.

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