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Sanchez Trial Pushed to Sept; Assault Video Sparks Civil Suit
7/9/2026
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Story summary
- Mark Sanchez (former Fox Sports analyst) trial was delayed for the fifth time, moving from July 13 to September 8, 2026.
- Video shows Sanchez throwing 69-year-old truck driver Perry Tole, who then pepper-sprayed and stabbed him; authorities ruled Tole acted in self-defense.
- Prosecutors upgraded a charge to a Level 5 felony battery that carries up to six years in prison.
- Perry Tole filed a civil suit against Sanchez, Fox Sports and St. Elmo’s owner.
