By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
Representatives for comedian-turned-talk-show-host Steve Harvey say that
he has been cleared of accusations that he severely beat his
then-11-year-old son.
Additionally, Harvey's ex-wife has been thrown in jail in Texas on a
contempt of court charge for allegedly violating a court order directing
her to not speak publicly about the bitter divorce proceedings the
former couple has been going through for the last eight years.
Earlier this year, Harvey's former wife, Mary Vaughn, and his son
claimed that the funnyman beat the boy with a belt and a wooden paddle
typically associated with fraternity hazing rituals.
Happier times: Steve Harvey and ex-wife Mary are in the midst of a bitter custody battle over their teenage son
Cleared: Reps for Harvey say that allegations that he beat his teenage son are unfounded
The paddling, TMZ reports, was punishment for the boy's lying about
turning in a homework assignment at school - when Harvey got a call from
the school, his son and wife claim he beat the boy.
According to a police report filed at the time of the incident, officers
photographed bruises on the boy's buttocks and thigh, as well as a cut
on his leg.
The boy also told police that he had trouble urinating for several days after the alleged beating.
The case was referred to the Texas Department of Family and Protective
Services. According to Harvey's representatives, the department closed
the case without charging Harvey with any crimes, or removing the boy
from his custody.
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