Former NFL star Antonio Brown has been arrested on an attempted murder charge stemming from a shooting after a celebrity boxing event in Miami. Police confirmed Brown, 37, was taken into custody in Dubai by U.S. Marshals and flown to Essex County, New Jersey, where he awaits extradition to Miami. Unclear details include how long he was in Dubai and why he went to New Jersey first. The arrest follows an incident on May 16 where Brown allegedly fired two shots at a man after a fistfight, with one bullet grazing the victim's neck. A conviction could mean a maximum of 15 years in prison for Brown, who has a troubled legal history, including previous battery and domestic violence charges.
Antonio Brown Arrested Following Attempted Murder Charges
Antonio Brown Arrested Following Attempted Murder Charges
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown has been arrested for attempted murder after a shooting incident post a boxing match in Miami.
Antonio Brown, the former NFL star wide receiver, was arrested in Dubai on an attempted murder charge linked to a shooting that occurred after a celebrity boxing event in Miami. He allegedly fired shots at a man he had previously fought with, grazing the victim's neck. Following his arrest by U.S. Marshals, he has been taken to New Jersey, awaiting extradition. If convicted, Brown faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison. This incident adds to a history of legal troubles for the athlete, including past battery accusations and domestic violence charges.
