Attorney provides new details on Dwayne Haskins death, files lawsuit

One year after the tragic death of Dwayne Haskins, a surprising twist has taken place involving his attorney.

On Monday, Rick Ellsley of The Ellsley Law Firm sent out a press release announcing a civil lawsuit was being filed on Haskins’ behalf due to “previously unseen evidence,” shared to Twitter by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Dwayne Haskins’ attorney has filed a lawsuit one year after Haskins’ death — based on previously unseen evidence. The release, via Rick Ellsley of The Ellsley Law Firm: pic.twitter.com/1F4c13qu6L

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 10, 2023

“Dwayne Haskins’ attorney has filed a lawsuit one year after Haskins’ death — based on previously unseen evidence,” tweeted Rapoport.

After rehashing many of the details regarding the motor vehicle accident in which Haskins was killed, the press release examines questions regarding the situation, alluding to the former NFL quarterback’s death being a set-up.

“Many questions remain as to why the truck driver did not avoid hitting Dwayne given the highly visible activity in the area before the impact and the fact that the other drivers did not hit Dwayne,” wrote Ellsley. “The truck driver’s cell phone records have not yet been disclosed. The report also notes that the driver refused to provide a blood sample to the police at the scene and still has not provided the alcohol test results.

“As to what occurred in the hours before Dwayne was killed, many questions remain unanswered. It is believed that Dwayne was targeted and drugged as part of a blackmail and robbery conspiracy. In fact, his highly-expensive watch was stolen from him shortly before his death.

“The filing of this lawsuit is an important step in the process of uncovering the complete truth about this tragedy. The civil justice system allows for subpoenas to be issued for critical documents and for sworn testimony to be taken of people who have knowledge about the events leading up to Dwayne’s death.”

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Additionally, Ellsley made sure to point out this is still a highly-sensitive situation, asking for anyone with information to come forward, and respect the legal process.

“On behalf of Dwayne’s wife, his family, and his memory, and on behalf of the truth, we respectfully request the public’s patience and its withholding of judgment while the legal process continues,” the release read.

It remains to be seen what becomes of the surprising new wrinkle in the Dwayne Haskins’ case. Nevertheless, the thoughts and prayers of the football world remain with the Haskins family, as he remains deeply missed.