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2 of the women accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual assault say they were traumatized by their encounters with the Houston Texans QB

HOUSTON — The first woman to accuse Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment in a lawsuit spoke publicly Tuesday, alleging she was terrorized by her encounter with the NFL player and saying he needs to be held accountable for his actions.

During a news conference, Ashley Solis said she was assaulted and traumatized when she tried to give Watson a massage in March 2020. The Associated Press usually does not name victims of sexual assault, but Solis has chosen to publicly identify herself.

“I come forward now so that Deshaun Watson does not assault another woman.