ISU coach Paul Rhoads announced Monday that redshirt sophomore wide receiver Albert Gary has been charged with robbery stemming from an incident involving the ISU Police Department that occurred in June.

Rhoads also said Gary was suspended for the first three games of this season.

Rhoads addressed the situation in his opening statement at a news conference Monday:

“Albert Gary has made me aware he has officially been charged with robbery from an incident that occurred this past June. Everyone involved in this case has cooperated fully with the investigation and university officials were aware of the situation from the beginning.

“Because of the serious nature of this incident and the facts that I was able to gather, I thought it was imperative that I act swiftly, appropriately and proactively in the discipline of Albert. With that in mind, Albert has already served a three-game or 25 percent suspension on the season for his actions and lack of judgment.

“Another step in the legal process is just now reaching its conclusion and that is where we are at. We will continue to allow the legal process to work and continue to cooperate fully as we move forward.”

ISU Police Lt. Aaron Delashmutt confirmed to the Iowa State Daily on Monday afternoon that ISU Police had filed a document to the courts regarding the charges, but as of Monday afternoon it had not yet received a judge’s signature.

The Ocala, Fla., native has played in six games this season, catching seven passes for 76 yards. Gary was the Cyclones’ leading receiver two weeks ago as he hauled in five catches for 57 yards in a 13-10 win over Kansas.

Gary was not made available for comment Monday.