Jonathan Majors, an American actor, was convicted of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari.
ABC News reported that a six-person New York jury decided the case on Monday after four hours of deliberation.
After a fight with his ex-partner in March, Majors was arrested and charged with four assaults. Jabbari claims she saw a message from another lady on his phone during a night out and fought.
Jabbari had a laceration behind her ear and a broken finger when inspected. In his trial, the 34-year-old actor pled not guilty and did not testify.
The Marvel star was convicted of third-degree reckless assault and second-degree harassment on Monday. The jury acquitted him of two other deliberate assault and aggravated harassment charges.
Ross Kramer, the victim’s attorney, said the jury’s verdict was justice.
Ross said, “Ms. Jabbari testified publicly and truthfully, even though reliving these traumatic events on the witness stand was obviously painful. Please thank the jurors, judge, and Manhattan District Attorney’s Office for their time and support.
“Ms. Jabbari’s determination to finish this case shows her strength and resilience. Unfortunately, for every survivor like Ms. Jabbari who holds their abuser accountable, many more fear they cannot. Her actions should motivate more survivors to speak up and seek justice.”
Next year, Majors will be sentenced on February 6.
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