Police officer who arrested Scottie Scheffler sends message to star after charges dropped

The police officer who arrested Scottie Scheffler has shared his thoughts after all charges brought against the golf star were dropped. Speaking to a local outlet in Kentucky, Detective Bryan Gillis sent a letter and expressed his thoughts, thanking Scheffler for how he handled the ordeal.

"Mr. Scheffler and I both agree that there will be no ill will over this going forward," Gillis's letter read. "Instead of giving a negative public reaction, he chose to speak with dignity, humility and respect. My family and I appreciate that."

Gillis criticised how Scheffler's attorney, Steve Romines, approached the situation however. Still, Gillis believes that Romines' comments were made separately, without the input of the golf star.

"I’d be surprised and disappointed if Mr. Scheffler actually had any part in making those statements," the officer continued. "To be clear, I was drug (dragged) by the car, I went to the ground, and I received visible injuries to my knees and wrist. I’m going to recover from it, and it will be ok."

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To conclude his letter, Gillis noted that there were more important facets to consider, such as the death of the pedestrian, which happened before Gillis and Scheffler's altercation. Additionally, Gillis stated that he takes "pride" in keeping the community safe and would like to continue working with any outside noise moving forward.

"I’ve spent two decades trying to protect this city through some challenging times. And I would like to keep doing so without the distractions caused by this series of events. I wish Scottie Scheffler and his family all the best,” Gillis continued.

"Yes, the department has us buying freaking $80 pants. To those concerned, they were indeed ruined. But Scottie, it’s all good. I never would’ve guessed I’d have the most famous pair of pants in the country for a few weeks because of this. Take care and be safe."

Gillis's letter comes a day after a county prosecutor, Michael J. O'Connell, announced that all four charges brought against Scheffler had been dropped. Scheffler was originally charged with second degree assault of a police officer, third degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and ignoring signals from an officer directing traffic during the PGA Championship.

Once the result was clear, Scheffler shared his thoughts on Instagram. "Earlier today, I was informed by my attorney, Steve Romines, that all charges were formally dismissed in regard to the incident outside of Valhalla Golf Club on May 17," Scheffler posted on his Instagram stories.

"As I stated previously, this was an unfortunate misunderstanding. I hold no ill will toward Officer Gillis. I wish to put this incident behind me and move on, and I hope he will do the same.

"Police officers have a difficult job and I hold them in high regard. This was a severe miscommunication in a chaotic situation. I appreciate the support during the past two weeks and want to again encourage everyone to remember the real tragedy of May 17.

"My thoughts and prayers continue to be with John Mills and his family, and I hope to personally offer my condolences now that the case is over. May John rest in peace. Thank you, Scottie."

Scheffler can now focus on the Memorial Tournament in early June with all parties happy with how the proceedings played out. Despite being injured in the altercation, Gillis, as well, is taking a positive spin on the situation.