Ex-NFL Star Antonio Brown Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge
Antonio Brown, former All-Pro NFL receiver, was arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred after a celebrity boxing event in Miami earlier this year.
Details of the Incident
Brown was extradited from Dubai to the United States on Thursday to face trial, according to FOX News citing the Miami Police Department.
The shooting happened on May 16, shortly after the boxing event. An arrest warrant obtained by the Associated Press states that Brown allegedly took a gun from a security staff member and fired two shots at a man with whom he had an earlier altercation.
Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, the victim, informed authorities that one bullet grazed his neck.
Videos and Reports of the Event
FOX News noted several social media videos showing Brown involved in fights with multiple people during the event. One video reportedly captures him fighting in a parking lot, with the crowd moving towards an alley as a gunshot rings out and people scatter.
Legal Consequences
The Associated Press reported that the charge of second-degree attempted murder can result in up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000 upon conviction.
Summary
Antonio Brown faces serious legal charges after a violent incident post a Miami boxing event, highlighting ongoing concerns about his conduct off the field.