Tyson denies assault charges

12/11/2005

Tyson denies assault charges

According to the Associated Press, ex-heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has denied accusations that he pushed or hit a cameraman over the head with his camera. The incident occurred when the man tried to film Tyson at a nightclub in Sao Paolo, Brazil. Tyson acknowledges breaking the camera but denies the assault charges. A judge has ordered Tyson to return to Brazil to stand trial next year, but the Associated Press says prison is not an option, that Tyson could get community service or a fine. As Boxingtalk subscribers already know, Tyson spoke to this site from Brazil and expressed interest in a potential fight with light heavyweight champion Antonio Tarver.