Former CMU, NFL star Antonio Brown arrested on attempted murder charge in Miami shooting

Former CMU and NFL Star Antonio Brown Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge

Antonio Brown, former Central Michigan University and NFL player, was arrested in Dubai and transferred to Newark, New Jersey. He now awaits extradition to Miami in connection with a shooting incident.

Background of the Incident

The attempted murder charge relates to an event on May 16. After a celebrity boxing match in Miami, shots were fired, and Brown was briefly detained by police.

“I had been jumped by multiple individuals who tried to steal my jewelry and cause physical harm to me.”
“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.”

Details from the Investigation

According to reports, Brown was later named in an arrest warrant. He is accused of grabbing a handgun from security personnel and firing two shots at a man with whom he had fought earlier. The victim told investigators that one bullet grazed his neck.

Law Enforcement Statement

Miami Police Chief Manuel Morales confirmed Brown’s current custody in Newark and said he would soon be extradited to Miami to face charges related to the shooting in the Little Haiti neighborhood.

“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

Antonio Brown faces serious legal challenges after a shooting incident in Miami, with authorities determined to ensure accountability regardless of status or location.

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mlive mlive — 2025-11-07