Ben Roethlisberger Accused of Sexual Assault

Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, is being investigated by Georgia Police for an allegation of sexual assault at a Georgia nightclub on Friday.

Officers said the alleged assault occurred early Friday morning at a nightclub in Milledgeville, about 85 miles southeast of Atlanta; the player owns a home nearby.

The two-time Super Bowl champion and some of his friends were seen visiting local restaurants and bars Thursday night. Roethlisberger turned 28 on Tuesday.

"He's been identified as being at the scene and there are allegations naming him as the perpetrator," Deputy Chief Richard Malone said.

Roethlisberger and the alleged victim have been interviewed, and the alleged rape victim, a 20-year-old college student, was taken to a hospital where she was treated and released after.

Roethlisberger led the Steelers to two Super Bowl victories in 2006 and 2008.  His success was coupled with a lot of controversies.

Ben Roethlisberger was also sued by Andrea McNulty of rape in 2008.

Steelers spokesman Dave Lockett released a statement from the team: "We are gathering information and that is the only comment we have at this time