By Raquel Wolter–

Lesson one when bar-hopping: never mess with the bar owner.

Former U of L defensive back Terrence Ross apparently never learned that one.

Ross, a sophomore at U of L, was arrested at 12:50 a.m. on Jan. 11 while attending “College Night” at the Barasti Bar & Grill, a fairly new establishment on the corner of Third and Oak Streets in downtown Louisville.

Sam Najjar, the owner of the Barasti, noted that Ross was attempting to use his fame as a U of L football player to get free drinks. After Ross refused to pay his bill and walked away, Najjar followed him. Ross then proceeded to push Najjar away and ultimately hit the owner after Najjar tried to usher Ross away from the establishment.

Security for the building broke up the ensuing fight and escorted Ross out. Police were notified of the situation and Najjar decided to shut down the party.

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At this point, another fight broke out inside the building. Security affiliated with the “College Night” promoters had allowed Ross to reenter. Ross then assaulted two other individuals before police rushed him. During the altercation, Ross struck the arresting officer in the face.

Police later searched Ross found him in possession of marijauna. Ross is being charged with assault on an officer/probation officer and disorderly conduct. After the incident, he was also charged with possession of marijuana. He was released later on Sunday on a $1,000 cash bond. Ross was in court this past Wednesday, where he plead not guilty to the charges and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on Feb. 4.

Ross is also pending a criminal mischief charge from a previous arrest in November of 2014 when he rammed a door at a residence at U of L and caused damage to the facility.

In the past football season, Ross returned two kicks totaling at 28 yards, and made five tackles for the Cards before being redshirted for a knee injury. Ross is suspended indefinitely from the University of Louisville’s football team as of Jan. 13.

The Barasti has since hired their own security to ensure a safe and fun nightlife atmosphere for current and future customers. Najjar stated, “I am disappointed. I’m a Cards fan, and these types of things have never happened here before. Famous people should set an example for their fans and for kids who look up to them”. Najjar welcomes all college students to The Barasti, but will no longer promote any further college parties.

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