An arrest warrant has been issued for a former Missouri Comets player on suspicion of third-degree assault.

Prosecutors said Andre Braithwaite attempted to cause Patrick Healey injury by head-butting him after a playoff game.

The Baltimore Blast had just beaten the previously undefeated Comets in the playoffs when, according to court documents, Braithwaite approached Healey as if they were going to shake hands. Braithwaite is accused of grabbing Healey's head with his hands and forcefully head-butting him.

Healey said he needed five stitches to close a wound near his eye.

Police said Braithwaite initially agreed to come to police headquarters to discuss what he called "boneheaded" actions taken after an emotion-filled game, but he later canceled the meeting.

He also posted a statement on his Facebook page, talking about his love for soccer. He said he never played the game for money, but played for self-fulfillment and joy.

The Comets released Braithwaite after the incident.

Baltimore Blast owner Ed Hale said he welcomes news of the warrant, but he's not satisfied. He said he'd like to see the Comets' ownership held responsible for Braithwaite's actions.

"We feel like they are culpable for their players and coaches and we are going to at least look at civil damages and a criminal action if possible," Hale said to KMBC 9 News.

Braithwaite was not home when KMBC 9 News went to his home Thursday. The team's owners did not immediately respond to comments about Hale's statement.

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Arrest warrant issued for former Missouri Comets player