NCSU reinstates guard Markell Johnson after dismissal of assault charges

Posted Jan 11, 2018
Felony assault charges against North Carolina State sophomore guard Markell Johnson have been dismissed, and he has been cleared by the school to return to the court. A spokesperson for Johnson's attorney John Parris confirmed Thursday afternoon that the charges have been dismissed. No other details about the dismissal of the charges have been released.? (WRAL Sports Fan)

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