Former CMU and NFL Star Antonio Brown Arrested in Miami Shooting Case
Antonio Brown, former Central Michigan University standout and NFL player, has been arrested and faces an attempted murder charge related to a shooting incident in Miami.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on May 16 during a celebrity boxing event in Miami's Little Haiti neighborhood. Shots were fired after a confrontation, and Brown was briefly detained at the time.
"Police temporarily detained me until they received my side of the story and then released me. I WENT HOME THAT NIGHT AND WAS NOT ARRESTED."
Brown claimed on social media that he was attacked by several individuals who tried to steal his jewelry and hurt him physically.
Developments and Charges
According to an arrest warrant reported by the Associated Press in June, Brown is accused of grabbing a handgun from a security staff member and firing two shots at a man with whom he had earlier fought. The victim suffered a bullet graze to the neck.
Current Status
Brown was arrested in Dubai and transported to Newark, New Jersey. Miami Police Chief Manuel Morales confirmed Brown is in custody in Newark and will soon be extradited to Miami to face charges.
"Let this serve as a clear message; no matter who you are or where you run, we will pursue the facts, identify you, locate you, and bring you to justice."
Summary
The arrest of Antonio Brown underscores law enforcement’s commitment to justice regardless of a suspect's profile or location.