In an exclusive report by DailyMail.com, it has been revealed that Dane Rashford, the older brother of UK soccer star Marcus Rashford, has secured the services of renowned celebrity lawyer Alex Spiro to challenge a misdemeanor battery charge following his recent arrest in Miami.
Dane Rashford, 31, was taken into custody last month, accused of striking his partner, Andrea Pocrnja, in the face during their vacation in Miami Beach. Now, facing potential jail time or probation, Rashford has enlisted the support of Alex Spiro, a legal powerhouse with a track record of representing high-profile clients, including Elon Musk, Jay-Z, Megan Thee Stallion, and Alec Baldwin.
In an exclusive statement to DailyMail.com, Spiro expressed confidence that the case would be dismissed, stating, “The facts of this case are not as reported. I expect the case to be dismissed.”
Spiro is renowned for his legal expertise and has successfully handled high-stakes cases for prominent figures. He played a pivotal role in Elon Musk’s defense against a defamation lawsuit in 2018 and has been involved in legal battles with notable personalities across various industries.
Dane Rashford, a soccer agent, has pleaded not guilty to the misdemeanor charge and was released on a $1,500 bond following the altercation on October 20. Additionally, he was issued a ‘stay away order,’ a common legal measure that restricts contact with the alleged victim.
The incident, initially reported by UK tabloid The Sun, suggested that Rashford became enraged upon discovering text messages between Pocrnja and another man, who is also a professional soccer player. However, sources close to the situation claim that the couple, who share a residence in northwest England and have a 14-month-old daughter, has since reconciled, and Pocrnja is not inclined to pursue the prosecution.
Rashford, now back in the UK, does not anticipate having to return to the United States for trial, with sources describing the matter as a private one that has been resolved.
The couple had been staying at the Kimpton Angler’s Hotel in Miami Beach when the incident occurred. Staff at the hotel reported a woman with a bloodied nose in the lobby in the early hours of the morning. Miami Beach Police arrived at room 335, where they identified Rashford and Pocrnja engaging in a ‘verbal altercation.’
The arrest report indicates that the altercation began when Rashford discovered text messages on Pocrnja’s phone. The situation escalated, and Pocrnja, who had visible injuries, reported that Rashford had struck her in the face.
Despite the legal proceedings, sources emphasize that the couple has moved past the incident, characterizing it as a resolved private matter. Rashford submitted a written plea of not guilty to the misdemeanor battery charge and is scheduled for an arraignment on November 27. The case remains active, with authorities seeking to establish contact with the victim.
As this legal saga unfolds, the involvement of Alex Spiro adds an additional layer of intrigue to the proceedings, bringing the seasoned celebrity attorney into the spotlight once again.