Former Patriots player accused of assaulting 82-year-old at North Providence gym

NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Former Patriots fullback Patrick Pass was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting an elderly person at a gym in North Providence, according to police.

Police said Pass got into an argument with the 82-year-old victim over a piece of exercise equipment on Aug. 28.

Pass, 46, then allegedly shoved the victim, who fell to the floor, suffering lower back injuries.

Pass was arraigned in Kent County District Court on charges of assault on a person over 60 causing bodily injury and disorderly conduct.

His bail was set at $10,000 personal recognizance and he was ordered to have no contact with the victim.

Pass is due back in court for a pre-arraignment conference on Jan. 8, 2025.

Pass was a member of the Patriots from 2000 to 2006, winning three Super Bowls with the team.

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