WWE fires former SU athlete 'Enzo Amore' amid sex assault allegations

Former Salisbury University athlete and WWE wrestler Eric Arndt, also known by his stage name, Enzo Amore, has been released by the organization following allegations involving sexual assault or harassment, according to a WWE release Tuesday.

"WWE has come to terms on the release of Eric Arndt (Enzo Amore)," the WWE tweeted Tuesday evening.

In a release Monday, WWE announced Arnt was initially suspended “for matters involving sexual harassment or sexual assault.”

Phoenix police confirmed Arndt, 31, is currently under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct that took place in October 2017.

The Monday suspension came after a woman came forward on Twitter about an encounter with Arndt at the Clarendon Hotel and Spa in Arizona.

There were no charges under the name Eric Arndt filed in Maricopa County Superior Court as of Monday night.

Arndt is the reigning Cruiserweight Champion for Raw brand, which celebrated its 25th anniversary on Monday night. He became involved in wrestling three years after graduating from SU, signing with the WWE in 2012.  

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During his time at Salisbury, Arndt was a linebacker for the Sea Gulls’ football team, suiting up from 2007 to 2009. He started nine games throughout his career and finished fifth on the team in total tackles his senior season.

Arndt was born in Hackensack, New Jersey and grew up in Waldwick, New Jersey where he first began his athletic career. He currently lives in Los Angeles.

The Arizona Republic contributed to this report.

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