Coach Prime wanted Shilo's bankruptcy investigated: Here’s the conclusion

The ongoing legal battle involving Shilo Sanders, son of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders, has captured significant public interest. The case dates back to 2015 when Shilo, then in ninth grade, was involved in an altercation with school security guard John Darjean at FOCUS Academies in Dallas. This incident has led to a complex legal struggle, culminating in a default judgment of $11.89 million against Shilo in a civil lawsuit and his subsequent filing for bankruptcy in 2023.

At the center of this controversy is Deion Sanders' call for a thorough examination of the events that transpired in 2015. During a press conference at Big 12 Media Day, Coach Sanders urged the reporter who asked him a question about Shilo’s case to conduct a detailed investigation into the incident. “I want you to do your homework and do a whole investigation on that and then write that. I mean the whole complete investigation on what truly happened.” Sanders stated, emphasizing his belief that the full story has not been told.

So, USA Today’s Brent Schrotenboer did the research and wrote the story. His findings stated that the legal proceedings surrounding the case have uncovered various accounts of the incident, with many of the findings favoring Darjean. Reports from Dallas police, the school involved, an insurance company, Texas child protective services, and a Dallas civil court have all largely supported Darjean's version of events. Despite the Dallas police referring the case to a grand jury, no criminal charges were filed against Shilo, and there is no public record of any indictment.

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services initially sided with Shilo, concluding that he had been the victim of abuse. However, this decision was later overturned as more evidence emerged, casting doubt on Shilo's account. Recently, Shilo's attorneys succeeded in sealing documents related to the 2015 civil case, arguing that he was a minor at the time and deserved privacy. This move, although controversial, was approved by Judge Aiesha Redmond.

Deion Sanders has consistently downplayed Darjean's claims, labeling them as a "money grab," while Shilo maintains that he acted in self-defense. As the legal battle continues, the outcome of Shilo’s bankruptcy case will determine whether he can alleviate the substantial financial burden or continue to face the consequences as he enters his final year with the Colorado Buffaloes. The team is set to kick off the 2024 season against North Dakota State on August 29.