Police clear Flyers mascot Gritty following assault investigation

Gritty is off the hook.

Philadelphia police closed their investigation into an alleged assault involving the Flyers mascot late last year, reports FOX 29. Detectives said the actions of the person in the Gritty costume "did not constitute physical assault as alleged."

In late January, Flyers season-ticket holder Chris Greenwell claimed the mascot punched his 13-year-old son in the back during a November photo shoot.

The Flyers downplayed the accusation at the time, noting they had conducted their own investigation and insisting there was "nothing to support" Greenwell's claim.

Gritty became an instant viral sensation after being introduced as the team's mascot before the 2018-19 season.