June 5, 2000

Statement from Commissioner Tagliabue:

"Today’s developments will help put this tragic incident behind us. Ray Lewis has been entirely cleared of the charge that he was responsible for the loss of life that occurred in Atlanta in late January. There are many lessons to be learned as we review this case. If anyone in the NFL needed a reminder that high-profile professional athletes need to be extraordinarily careful in their associations and activities, Ray Lewis’ experience provides that reminder. We will continue to work as hard as we can to ensure that our players do not become involved in these types of situations."

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