Former Towson, Ravens RB Terrance West Facing Assault Charges

West allegedly assaulted contractors hired to do work at his home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 8:48pm

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Former Baltimore Ravens and Towson University running back Terrance West is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation with contractors working at his home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. According to charging documents, West became aggressive towards the contractors and allegedly grabbed, punched, and flashed a gun at them.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about potential anger management issues and violent behavior from a former professional athlete. It also highlights the risks contractors can face when working in private residences, especially those of high-profile individuals.

The details

The charging documents state that on March 4, contractors were hired to do painting and repairs at West's home. They informed West's wife of some carpet stains they did not cause, which allegedly upset West. West then became aggressive towards the supervisor, grabbing him and getting into an altercation. The contractors claim West then began punching the supervisor in the face. The police were called, and the contractors said West had a gun and was flashing it around, though police determined West had the right to defend himself in his own home.

  • The incident occurred on March 4, 2026.

The players

Terrance West

A former running back who played for Towson University and the Baltimore Ravens.

Terrance West's wife

The client who hired the contractors to do work at the home.

The contractors

Workers hired to do painting and repairs at West's home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Terrance West out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the potential risks contractors face when working in private residences, especially those of high-profile individuals, and raises concerns about anger management issues and violent behavior from former professional athletes.