Antonio Brown Arrested on Attempted Homicide Charges
Antonio Brown, former NFL wide receiver, faces serious legal trouble after being arrested in Dubai and to be extradited to Florida. The arrest relates to an incident during a Miami influencer boxing event in May 2025 organized by streamer Adin Ross.
Details of the Incident
The 36-year-old, who last played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2021, was taken into custody and flown back to the United States. He is currently in Essex County, New Jersey, awaiting a judicial decision regarding his transfer to Miami, where the event and shooting took place.
Charges and Allegations
Miami Police spokesperson Mike Vega confirmed Brown was charged with second-degree attempted homicide related to a shooting on May 16, following the celebrity boxing match.
- Brown allegedly grabbed a handgun from a security staff member after the match.
- He fired twice at a man he had previously fought with.
- The victim, Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, reported a bullet grazed his neck.
Potential Penalties
In Florida, second-degree attempted homicide can result in up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000 upon conviction.
Brown's Defense
"He has maintained that he was the victim, claiming he was assaulted and threatened with death—forcing him to act in self-defense."
Brown insists his actions were in self-defense amid the altercation.
Summary
Antonio Brown faces extradition and trial in Florida for attempted homicide after a violent incident following a Miami boxing event, with Brown claiming self-defense.
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