Illinois basketball guard Terrence Shannon Jr. was charged with rape in Douglas County, Kansas, resulting from an alleged incident that occurred in September when the Illinois soccer workforce was on the town for a sport.
He was suspended from all actions, efficient instantly, the varsity introduced on Thursday. They made positive to embrace, as nicely, that Shannon was not in Kansas representing the college on official enterprise or that he was not a member of the college’s official journey get together.
“The College and DIA have proven time and time once more that we’ve zero tolerance for sexual misconduct,” stated Athletic Director Josh Whitman in a assertion. “On the identical time, DIA coverage affords student-athletes acceptable ranges of due course of primarily based on the character and severity of the allegations.”
Shannon traveled again to Kansas after the warrant for his arrest was issued, after which returned to Illinois after posting bail. Illinois was conscious of the incident when it occurred in September, however stated they didn’t have sufficient proof or data to take motion.
Up to now this season, Shannon is averaging 33 minutes, 21.7 factors per sport (second within the Massive 10) and 4.5 rebounds. He transferred to Illinois from Texas Tech after the 2021-2022 season. His suspension right now is indefinite.