Former Philadelphia Sports Radio Announcer Mike Missanelli Arrested for Assault and Harassment: Latest Updates
A former sports radio announcer in Philadelphia, Mike Missanelli, has been arrested for harassment and assault, as per court documents obtained by NBC10. The 70-year-old was taken into custody by the Lower Merion Police Department on April 8 and charged with simple assault and harassment. Police responded to a call at a residence on Dale Road in Wynnewood, Lower Merion Township, where Missanelli and his fiancé were involved in a physical altercation during an argument. Missanelli claimed his fiancé hit him in the chest, while his fiancé alleged that he slapped her on the face, causing injuries. Missanelli is set for a preliminary hearing on April 22, 2026.
Missanelli, a former radio host for 97.5 The Fanatic, had a long career in Philadelphia sports radio before departing the station in 2022. He initially worked as a writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer and later transitioned to radio on 610 WIP and 93.3 WMMR. At present, there is no attorney listed to represent Missanelli in this case. The situation is still developing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.