WWE Releases New Statement in Response to “#SpeakingOut” Allegations

In response to the growing number of abuse allegations made against wrestlers via the “#SpeakingOut” movement, WWE released the following statement to media:

Individuals are responsible for their own personal actions. WWE has zero tolerance for matters involving domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault. Upon arrest for such misconduct, a WWE talent will be immediately suspended. Upon conviction for such misconduct, a WWE talent will be immediately terminated. WWE’s ability to fine, suspend or terminate a WWE talent will not be, however, limited or compromised in any manner in the event incontrovertible evidence of such illegal misconduct is presented to WWE.

A previous statement by WWE said, “We take any allegation of this nature very seriously and are looking into the matter.”