Crystal Palace midfielder Jason Puncheon charged with assault
The 31-year-old midfielder is also charged with possession of an offensive weapon following a disturbance in Reigate, Surrey.
Monday 18 December 2017 13:02, UK
Crystal Palace footballer Jason Puncheon will appear in court in the New Year after being charged with assault and possession of an offensive weapon.
The 31-year-old was arrested and taken into custody after officers were called to a disturbance in Church Street, Reigate, in the early hours of Sunday morning, Surrey Police said.
He had reportedly been partying with friends at the nearby Mishiko nightclub beforehand.
A police spokesman said: "Jason Puncheon, 31, of Kingswood, has been charged with a Section 4 public order offence - causing fear or provocation of violence, possession of an offensive weapon and common assault."
They added that officers attended an incident at 2.20am but would not disclose further details.
Puncheon was released on bail and is due to appear at Guildford Magistrates' Court on 5 January.
Both Mishiko and Crystal Palace have been contacted for comment.