# Lawsuit against WWE and Montez Ford > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lawsuit-against-wwe-and-montez-ford > Updated: 2026-10-18T20:52:52.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2. Noel Lucas, an off-duty Cook County Sheriff’s officer working security, filed a lawsuit against WWE, its subsidiary Event Services, LLC, and wrestler Montez Ford (Kenneth Crawford). The legal action stems from an incident during the July 6, 2026, episode of Monday Night Raw at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. Lucas alleges that during the Street Profits’ entrance, Ford performed an unwanted and sexually suggestive ‘lap dance’ on him without consent. The complaint includes 14 counts, including assault, battery, and violations of the Illinois Gender Violence Act. The plaintiff claims the incident, which was broadcast on Netflix and shared on social media, resulted in widespread public ridicule for him and his children. Following the filing, former WWE star and attorney David Otunga reviewed new camera footage. Otunga suggested the plaintiff may have a ‘substantially stronger battery case’ than initially anticipated, noting that a different camera angle appears to show Ford’s thigh repeatedly rubbing against Lucas’s leg. Otunga further argued that a person’s reaction, such as smiling, does not automatically constitute consent in professional settings. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-18: Lawsuit filed against WWE and Montez Ford over sexual harassment allegations A security guard has sued WWE and Montez Ford alleging an unwanted sexualized dance during a live broadcast. New footage has led legal analysts to suggest a stronger case for battery. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lawsuit-filed-against-wwe-and-montez-ford-over-sexual-harassment-allegations ### 2026-10-15: WWE and Montez Ford sued by security guard over alleged unwanted lap dance A security guard has sued WWE and wrestler Montez Ford, alleging an unwanted sexualized “lap dance” occurred during a July Monday Night Raw broadcast, leading to public ridicule and emotional distress. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wwe-and-montez-ford-sued-over-alleged-unwanted-lap-dance --- Cite as: Lawsuit against WWE and Montez Ford. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lawsuit-against-wwe-and-montez-ford