New Zealand police have dismissed a rape allegation against Cape Verde soccer captain Ryan Mendes. Authorities have instead charged the accuser with making a false statement. The case stems from an allegation involving the national team captain, who plays professionally for a Portuguese club.
Mendes has not been charged with any crime. The decision concludes a legal review that found insufficient evidence to support the original rape claim. The accuser now faces charges for filing a false police report.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing