“He was screaming and hollering": Keeta Vaccaro’s mother reveals disturbing details during Tyreek Hill’s divorce trial

The divorce battle between Tyreek Hill and Keeta Vaccaro has taken another dramatic turn, with testimony from Vaccaro’s mother bringing a family perspective to the allegations against the former Miami Dolphins star. Alicia Vaccaro told jurors she did not personally see Hill strike her daughter, but described a frightening confrontation that left her concerned for her daughter and newborn grandchild. Her account, alongside testimony from mental health professionals, has added another layer to the ongoing legal dispute, where allegations of domestic violence and emotional distress remain central to the case.Keeta Vaccaro’s mother describes confrontation during Tyreek Hill divorce trialAlicia Vaccaro took the witness stand in Miami on October 8, describing an incident involving Hill and her daughter that prompted her to intervene. She testified that she became alarmed when the argument escalated and Hill appeared determined to get their baby.Recalling the moment, she told the court, “I walked outside the door, and he was pressed up against her. I went toward them. He pushed me back,” Alicia Vaccaro said. “He was screaming, hollering, saying bad words, and then he was gonna go and get the baby. My first instinct was to protect the baby.”She said she and Keeta then entered the room where the baby was and asked Hill not to hurt the child.Jurors also heard audio from a baby monitor recording that captured Hill and Keeta arguing loudly, with banging sounds in the background. The media was not permitted to record the video. According to the testimony, the couple’s newborn was asleep during the confrontation.During cross-examination, Alicia acknowledged that she had not personally witnessed Hill hit or punch her daughter. However, she maintained that the incident shaped her concerns about the couple’s relationship.Keeta has previously described alleged physical confrontations, including an incident in which she claimed Hill pushed her onto a bed and threw objects around a room. Hill has denied the allegations.Mental health experts testify about Keeta Vaccaro’s allegationsThe trial also featured testimony from forensic psychologist Dr. Sheila Rapa, who evaluated Keeta and said she diagnosed her with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).Rapa discussed symptoms including dissociation and heightened awareness of Hill’s moods. She also addressed why someone might remain in an unhealthy relationship, suggesting that emotional attachment and lifestyle factors could play a role.“Yes, I think that comes with the lifestyle,” Rapa testified when asked whether financial circumstances and the lifestyle associated with the relationship could influence someone’s attachment.Hill’s attorneys challenged Rapa’s expertise and stressed that she was a hired expert, not Keeta’s treating physician. Rapa confirmed she had been paid nearly $6,000 for her involvement in the case.Therapist Dr. Jennifer Wilson separately testified that Keeta arrived for treatment with a PTSD diagnosis and experienced sleep difficulties, racing thoughts and problems concentrating.Keeta’s brother, Kevin Vaccaro, also described concerns about changes in his sister and recalled hearing her scream during a phone call when Hill was allegedly yelling in the background.Keeta is seeking monetary damages through claims that include battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Hill’s legal team indicated he could take the stand to present his account as the trial continues.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.