NC teen with disability faces adult court in officer assault + Panthers training camp
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Okay weekenders, here’s yours news.
1. Family says NC teen who put officer in headlock was defending his brother
La’Dainian Fuller and his twin teenage brother were charged after being stopped by police on their bikes in Gaston County, North Carolina.
The parents of a 15-year-old with developmental delays are questioning why the Gaston County District Attorney wants to charge the teen in adult court with attempted first degree murder.
Kallie Cox has the latest.
2. Panthers training camp breakdown: Young stellar despite constant pressure from defense
The Carolina Panthers hosted their seventh training camp practice on Friday at Wofford College.
Bryce Young did a great job of disrupting the ball despite constant pressure and looked like a veteran quarterback as he made several impressive tight window throws.
Mike Kaye has the breakdown.
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This story was originally published August 4, 2023 at 2:44 PM with the headline "NC teen with disability faces adult court in officer assault + Panthers training camp."