Charge dropped against RB Peterson in Houston

HOUSTON (AP) — A grand jury in Houston has dismissed a misdemeanor resisting arrest charge against Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson after hearing from the four-time Pro Bowler and other witnesses.

Derek Hollingsworth, one of Peterson’s attorneys, said Tuesday the case stemming from Peterson’s July 7 arrest outside a night club is expected to be formally dropped on Wednesday. Peterson was due in court for a pretrial hearing on Thursday before Judge Natalie Fleming.

Hollingsworth said Peterson testified before the grand jury on Tuesday and found no probable cause for prosecutors to continue.

“It’s what should’ve happened from the get-go,” Hollingsworth said. “I’m glad it happened now.”

Peterson, 27, was in Houston just two days after rushing for 171 yards in the Vikings’ 34-24 win over Detroit. He’s rushed for more than 100 yards in four straight games and is the NFL’s leading rusher this season, averaging 112.8 yards per game. The Vikings (6-4) have their open date this week.

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