Police Officer Accused of Assaulting Olympian Shaun Gill Charged

A police officer accused of assaulting Shaun Gill appeared in court this morning. According to police reports, Gill was driving with officer Tyra Smith when the accused, Luis Pascasio, reportedly Smith’s ex-boyfriend, attempted to intercept them in a black Dodge Charger.

Upon reaching Orange Street, the officer, who is a member of the Special Patrol Unit, allegedly blocked their path, exited his vehicle, brandished a firearm, and assaulted Gill.

Today, Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero told reporters that Pascasio has been arrested and formally charged with aggravated assault.