WRESTLING legend British Bulldog’s son and former WWE star Davey Boy Smith Jr is “wanted for battery” by cops after an incident with Jake “The Snake” Roberts.
The 32-year-old, real name Harry Smith, is alleged to have thrown coffee in the face of Roberts at a WrestleCon event in New Orleans the day before WrestleMania 34.
The New Orleans Police Department told Pro Wrestling Sheet: “The NOPD is investigating a simple battery incident that occurred on April 7, 2018 in the 500 block of Canal Street.
“The victim told police that at about 11 am, he was signing autographs at the location when he was approached by a known subject, later identified as Harry Smith (DOB: 08-02-1985).
“The victim told police he attempted to shake hands with Smith, at which time a verbal argument ensued.
“Smith then allegedly threw a cup of coffee at the victim’s face and fled the scene. No major injuries were reported by the victim.”
Cops also asked for anyone with additional information on the now New Japan Pro Wrestling star to contact the NOPD Eighth District detectives.
Smith has already admitted the battery incident during a recent interview with WrestleZone.com.
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He said that Roberts, also a legend who achieved worldwide fame for his antics in the ring throughout the 1980s and 90s, refused to apologise for comments he had made about Smith’s late father the British Bulldog.
Smith Snr was a national hero after defeating Bret Hart for the Intercontinental Title at Wembley Stadium at SummerSlam 92. He died in May 2002 aged 39 of a heart attack.
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His son says he offered Roberts the chance to step outside to settle their differences in a fight after he refused to say sorry for previous remarks.
The Snake Man then allegedly told him to “f*** off”, and Smith Jr reacted by throwing the coffee at him.
A six month jail term and/or fine of up to £700 is the penalty for a simple battery offence in Louisiana.
Smith Jr joined WWE in April 2006 and wrestled against stars such as Randy Orton, Chris Jericho and Kane.
He was a two-time tag-team champion along with partner Tyson Kidd before leaving the company in 2011.
Since then he has wrestled for a number of independent promotions before rejoining NJPW last year.
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