Former Patriots Receiver Antonio Brown Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge
Antonio Brown, former NFL star and briefly a New England Patriots player, was arrested on an attempted murder charge related to a shooting after a celebrity boxing event in Miami. The arrest was confirmed by Miami police on Thursday.
Details of the Arrest
- Brown, 37, was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in Dubai, according to Miami police spokesman Mike Vega.
- He was flown to Essex County, New Jersey, where he is currently held pending extradition to Miami.
- The reason for his initial detainment in New Jersey and the duration of his stay in Dubai remain unclear, though Brown has recently posted on social media from Dubai.
Background on Antonio Brown’s Time with the Patriots
Brown played only one game for the Patriots during a troubled two-week period in 2019. His time with the team ended amid multiple allegations including rape, sexual assault, and harassment. The team faced ongoing scrutiny from fans and media over his signing and presence.
Incident Leading to the Attempted Murder Charge
According to the arrest warrant regarding the May 16 shooting, Brown allegedly took a handgun from a security staffer following the boxing match and fired two shots at a man with whom he had a prior fistfight.
"One of the bullets grazed [the victim's] neck," said Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, the shooting victim.
It is currently unknown whether Brown has legal representation or when he will be extradited back to Miami.
Author’s summary: Antonio Brown was arrested in Dubai on attempted murder charges after a shooting in Miami, with his troubled history in the NFL and brief Patriots tenure preceding this incident.