CCSU basketball starting guard faces assault charge, accused of striking girlfriend in head

Central Connecticut star guard Kyle Vinales has been arrested after his girlfriend accused him of striking her while the two were fighting.

New Britain police say Kyle Vinales was arrested Friday. He is charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct.

It was not immediately clear Tuesday whether Vinales, who is from Detroit, is represented by a lawyer.

Athletic Department spokesman Tom Pincince says Vinales is not participating in team activities currently, but declined to elaborate.

The junior averaged 17.2 points for Central last season, reaching 1,000 points faster than any player in school history.

New Britain police say the woman told them Vinales punched her in the head and squeezed her forehead after the two argued over a cell phone.

He is due in court on Dec. 5.

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Information from: New Britain Herald, http://www.newbritainherald.com

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