Rich Rodriguez releases statement on Noel Devine

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) -

Former WVU running back and assistant coach Noel Devine was arrested Sunday, and was booked into the North Central Regional Jail and charged with strangulation, according to the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation website.

WVU Football Head Coach Rich Rodriguez released this statement on Sunday evening:

Upon receiving information of the arrest, I have immediately and indefinitely put Noel Devine on leave from the Mountaineer football coaching staff. Any future decision on his status will be determined after more information becomes available.