Scottie Scheffler arresting officer Bryan Gillis issues statement after charges are dropped against golf star

Scottie Scheffler is no longer facing charges after his arrest at the PGA Championship, and his arresting officer, Bryan Gillis, is speaking out. On Wednesday evening, Gillis released a statement that said there’s no “ill will” between him and Scheffler.

“Mr. Scheffler and I both agree there will be no ill will over this going forward,” Gillis said. “Instead of giving a negative public reaction, he chose to speak with dignity, humility and respect. My family and I appreciate that.”

While Gillis had nothing but great things to say about Scheffler, he had a strong message for his attorney Steve Romines. “It was unfortunate and disturbing to hear Steve Romines’ commentary today claiming that a ‘false arrest’ was made and for him to challenge my honesty and integrity,” Gillis stated. “I’d be surprised and disappointed if Mr. Scheffler actually had any part in making those statements.

“To be clear, I was drug by the car, I went to the ground, and received visible injuries to my knees and wrist. I’m going to recover from it, and it will be okay. This is the extent of my commentary on the incident.”

Gillis ended the statement with an interesting P.S. “Yes, the department had us buying freaking $80 pants,” he said. To those concerned, they were indeed ruined. But Scottie, it’s all good. I never would’ve guessed I’d have the most famous pair of pants in the country for a few weeks because of this take care and be safe.

Scottie Scheffler issues statement after charges are dismissed

It was announced on Wednesday that the Jefferson County attorney’s office in Kentucky the is dropping all five charges against Scheffler. After learning the news, the 2024 Masters champion went to social media to issue a statement that included a heartfelt message to the family of John Mills, a worker for a vendor at the Valhalla Golf Club who passed away on May 17.

“Earlier today, I was informed by my attorney, Steve Romines, that all charges were formally dismissed in regard to the incident outside of Valhalla Golf Club on May 17,” Scheffler wrote. “As I stated previously, this was an unfortunate misunderstanding. I hold no ill will toward Officer Gillis. I wish to put this incident behind me and move on, and I hope he will do the same. Police officers have a difficult job and I hold them in high regard. This was a severe miscommunication in a chaotic situation.

“I appreciate the support during the past two weeks and want to again encourage everyone to remember the real tragedy of May 17. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with John Mills and his family, and I hope to personally offer my condolences now that the case is over. May John rest in peace.”

On3’s Nikki Chavanelle contributed to this story.