Baltimore Ravens Head of Security Allegedly Charged with Sex Crime

The Baltimore Ravens' head of security, Darren I. Sanders, has reportedly been charged with a sex crime. According to multiple sources, the policemen acquired a summons for Sanders on a charge of fourth-degree sex offense.

The Baltimore Sun cited "online court records and a law enforcement source with knowledge of the case," reporting that the charge stemmed from a Dec 14 incident. Details of the case were not readily available. If Sanders is found guilty, he could be sentenced to up to one year of prison and/or a $1,000 fine.

"It does a disservice to real victims when people make things up like this," Sanders' attorney, Andrew Alperstein said. "People like [Sanders] are susceptible to made-up allegations. It puts you in a vulnerable position. He's had nothing but an exemplary career, both with the police department and the Ravens. He wouldn't get to the position he's in if he didn't."

Sanders used to be a Baltimore homicide detective prior to joining the Ravens' staff. He has been with the Ravens for more than one decade. Sanders was a part of the Ray Rice investigation. The security director stated that he asked Atlantic City authorities for a video copy of the elevator incident between Rice and his wife, Janay Palmer. Sanders, who did not acquire the tape, stated that an official with the hotel told him the details of the incident. The officials stated that Rice slapped Palmer. In the videotape, which was revealed much later, Rice had instead punched her.

"We are aware of the situation and have been investigating thoroughly," Kevin Byrne, the Ravens' senior vice president of public and community relations, stated.

Sanders' court data is scheduled for Feb. 9.