Charges against Justin Mitchell and John Vieira were dropped following an altercation at a New England Patriots game in which fan Dale Mooney died. Initially facing assault and disorderly conduct charges, both men pleaded not guilty. Norfolk District Attorney stated the charges were dropped "in the interest of justice" but provided no additional details. Notably, preliminary autopsy results indicated no traumatic injury, with Mooney's death deemed a homicide due to a heart condition exacerbated by a physical altercation, leading to the conclusion that evidence did not support further prosecution.
The review of the available evidence, including the autopsy results and multiple angles of video, failed to establish a basis for criminal prosecution of charges related to homicide.
The stadium video clearly showed that Mr. Vieira was only trying to help another individual defend themselves from an unprovoked assault.
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