Leighton Vander EschThe former Dallas Cowboys star’s parents are separated after his father’s arrest… TMZ Sports I learned.
According to court records obtained by us, Sandra Vander Esch filed for divorce from Darwin Vander Esch December 2nd…just one day after her accused him of trying to strangle her during an incident at a home in Idaho County.
According to court documents, after an argument on Dec. 1 at a nearby bar, Sandra said Darwin put his hands around her neck and “pushed and strangled her, not letting her speak or breathe.” “I did it,” he claimed.
“This continued for approximately 10 to 15 seconds until Sandy removed Darwin’s hand from around his neck,” the document states.
Darwin has pleaded not guilty to the misdemeanor charge, but a decision on the felony charge has not yet been made.
We have reached out to lawyers representing Darwin and Sandra for comment, but have not yet received a response.
Meanwhile, Leighton, who starred for six seasons with the Cowboys before retiring earlier this year, has yet to comment publicly on the matter.
