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Cranston Today
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Providence College Basketball Player Faces Domestic Violence Charges
Duncan Powell pleaded not guilty to charges in two separate cases involving his ex-girlfriend.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:34pm
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The aftermath of an alleged domestic violence incident involving a Providence College basketball player exposes the complex challenges in addressing patterns of abusive behavior on campus.Cranston TodayDuncan Powell, a 23-year-old Providence College basketball player, has been charged with domestic violence disorderly conduct and domestic assault and disorderly conduct in two separate cases. Powell pleaded not guilty to the charges, which stem from incidents involving his ex-girlfriend in March. He was ordered to have no contact with the victim but was permitted to travel to Texas, where his mother lives.
Why it matters
Domestic violence cases involving student-athletes can raise concerns about accountability, campus safety, and the balance between athletic and disciplinary priorities. This story highlights the complex issues that can arise when high-profile college athletes face criminal charges.
The details
In the first incident, police were called to Plainfield Pike around 1 a.m. on March 29 after receiving reports that Powell was outside a home with a gun. Body-worn camera footage shows Powell repeatedly asking officers why he was being detained, though police say he did not actually have a gun. In the second case, Powell was charged with domestic assault and disorderly conduct out of Providence. In both instances, Powell pleaded not guilty and was ordered to have no contact with the victim.
- On March 29, police were called to Plainfield Pike around 1 a.m. for a report of Powell outside a home with a gun.
- On April 2, Powell appeared before a judge in Cranston and pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor count of domestic violence disorderly conduct.
- On April 4, Powell also pleaded not guilty to domestic assault and disorderly conduct charges out of Providence.
The players
Duncan Powell
A 23-year-old Providence College basketball player who is facing domestic violence charges in two separate cases involving his ex-girlfriend.
Providence College
The college where Duncan Powell plays basketball. School officials say they are aware of Powell's arrests and will follow their student-conduct disciplinary process.
What’s next
A pretrial conference for both of Powell's cases is scheduled for April 13.
The takeaway
This case highlights the challenges colleges face in balancing athletic priorities and student conduct policies when high-profile student-athletes face criminal charges. The outcome of the police investigations and the college's disciplinary process will be closely watched.
