Acquittal in Domestic Violence Case
Former Providence College basketball player Duncan Powell was found not guilty of two misdemeanor domestic‑violence charges following a three‑day bench trial in Providence District Court.
The incident dates back to late March, when police in Cranston arrested Powell after alleging he threw a water bottle at a woman, followed her to a residence and threatened to shoot anyone inside.
During the proceedings, prosecutors presented testimony over three days, while the defense highlighted inconsistencies in the alleged threats and the manner of the alleged assault.
A separate charge filed by Cranston police was also dismissed, leaving the case without any remaining criminal allegations against Powell.
The verdict brings a close to a matter that attracted attention not only because of Powell’s former collegiate reputation but also because it underscores the nuanced nature of domestic‑violence accusations in the community.