Audio of the 911 call made by Richard Sherman‘s wife was released and it was disturbing for two reasons — both because it suggests Sherman is going through a serious struggle with mental health and alcohol abuse, and it revealed just how bad the 911 dispatcher was and how she showed an appalling lack of sensitivity to what Sherman’s wife was going through.
On Monday, the King County Sheriff’s Office announced they have opened a review of how things were handled.
“The King County Sheriff’s Office, in response to public comment, opened an administrative review of this matter that will take several months to conclude,” the Redmond statement reads.
On the call, Ashley says, “I need officers to my house now, my husband is drunk and belligerent.”
The unidentified dispatcher responds with, “Stop, stop, what’s the address? Is there a weapon?
Ashley replies, “We took – no there’s no gun –”
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The dispatcher interrupts by saying, “Listen to me!”
Ashley continues, “I’m saying there are no weapons, ma’am! There are no weapons –”
The dispatcher says, “You need to stop interrupting me so I can get the information I need.”
“It’s Richard Sherman, like ma’am this is a f emergency, I need officers here now!
The dispatcher snaps, “Listen to me, I’m handling this! You need to stop telling me that!”
The 33-year-old cornerback pleaded not guilty to five misdemeanor counts on Friday. He has been charged with two domestic violence counts, criminal trespass in the second degree, malicious mischief in the third degree, resisting arrest, driving while under the influence and reckless endangerment of roadway workers, according to ESPN.
“I am deeply remorseful for my actions on Tuesday night,” Sherman wrote in a statement. “I behaved in a manner I am not proud of. I have been dealing with some personal challenges over the last several months, but that is not an excuse for how I acted.
“The importance of mental and emotional health is extremely real and I vow to get the help I need. I appreciate all of the people who have reached out in support of me and my family, including our community here in Seattle. I am grateful to have such an amazing wife, family and support system to lean on during this time.”
