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Antonio Smith child abuse allegations 'sexual in nature,' sheriff says

New information in the child abuse allegations involving Broncos defensive lineman Antonio Smith have surfaced. If the allegations lead to a charge, Smith would face an immediate suspension of at least six games.

Citing the Fort Bend County Sheriff's office, Mike Klis of 9NEWS has reported that the child abuse allegations levied against Broncos' defensive lineman Antonio Smith are "sexual in nature."

New info: Antonio Smith child abuse investigation sexual in nature. Complaint issued in November 2014: http://t.co/LmUXcawLkD via @9News

— Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) May 21, 2015

The story of the child abuse investigation involving Smith was first reported by TMZSports.