UPDATE: GLENVILLE STATE FOOTBALL PLAYER CHARGED WITH SEXUAL ASSAULT

(06/25/2011)

The Gilmer County Sheriffs Department has arrested a Glenville State College football player, saying he is being accused of sexually assaulting a young woman on Powell Street in Glenville.

22-year-old Gabriel Phrophet is charged with second degree sexual assault and first degree sexual abuse. He has been released from Central Regional Jail on $25,000 bond.

According to a criminal complaint, Phrophet forced the woman to perform two sexual acts, which she resisted.

The complaint says, "She stated that he became more violent and in fear for her life, she submitted to him." When Phrophet left, she fled the scene and called for help.

The Gilmer County Sheriffs Department says they have obtained forensic evidence related to the case.

The Gilmer County Sheriff's Department is continuing the investigation.