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Eagles WR Nelson Agholor Accused of Sexually Assaulting an Exotic Dancer

The dancer, a 27-year-old woman, told police that she was raped inside of the club around 3pm on Thursday.

Former USC and current Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor has been accused of sexually assaulting an exotic dancer after Agholor and at least two other Eagles teammates attended Cheerleaders Gentleman's Club in South Philadelphia on Thursday, according to Philadelphia Magazine.

The dancer, a 27-year-old woman, told police that she was raped inside of the club around 3pm. According to Philly Mag, defensive end Connor Barwin and defensive tackle Fletcher Cox were also in the club at the time.

"There was an allegation made against one of the [Eagles] players of a sexual assault that was reported by one of the female dancers," said Philadelphia Police Commissioner Richard Ross. "Our Special Victims Unit is actively running on the investigation."

The Eagles released the following statement:

"We are aware of the police investigation involving Nelson Agholor. The organization has been in contact with Nelson and with the proper authorities in Philadelphia. Because of the legal nature of this matter, we will have no further comment."

[h/t Deadspin]