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Broncos’ Jonathon Cooper Arrested Again After Protection‑Order Violation; Felony Strangulation Count Added

A forensic nurse's finding prompted prosecutors to upgrade assault allegations, raising the prospect of criminal penalties plus NFL discipline.

Overview

  • Police say Cooper was arrested Thursday night on four new charges, including two counts of domestic violence, one count of harassment for repeated calls and one count of violating a protection order.
  • Prosecutors earlier added a felony second‑degree assault by strangulation charge and a misdemeanor third‑degree assault count tied to a June 4 altercation, citing a forensic nurse’s exam that described a substantial risk of serious injury.
  • Court records and the arrest affidavit allege Cooper sent about 20 messages, made calls and went to the woman’s apartment before officers responded; investigators report differing accounts from the two parties.
  • A judge released Cooper on personal recognizance under a stricter no‑contact order and limited travel, with motions hearings set in early July and a potential jury trial scheduled to begin July 22.
  • The Broncos say they are reviewing the matter and the NFL is monitoring it under its personal conduct policy, which can impose discipline separate from any criminal outcome and could affect Cooper’s availability for training camp.