The Chicago Blackhawks suspended forward prospect Garret Ross indefinitely after Ross was charged with one count of nonconsensual dissemination of a sexual image, also referred to as revenge porn.
The Blackhawks released the following statement Wednesday:
"On Saturday afternoon, March 19, 2016, the Chicago Blackhawks and Rockford IceHogs learned of a legal proceeding against IceHogs player Garret Ross. At that time, we excused Garret from team activities pending our preliminary review of the matter. After further review, we have determined to suspend Garret indefinitely pending the outcome of the legal process. Because this is a pending legal proceeding, we will have no further comment at this time."
The 23-year-old Ross, a fifth-round draft pick in 2012, has spent the last three seasons playing for Chicago's AHL affiliate in Rockford, Ill. He has 21 goals, 22 assists and 100 penalty minutes in 69 games with Rockford this season.
Ross is facing felony charges from the August 2015 incident, according to CSN Chicago, which could be punishable by one to three years in prison.
