Super Bowl champion Richard Sherman arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Seattle
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES: Former NFL star and Fox Sports' 'Undisputed' co-host, Richard Sherman, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Seattle.
Sherman, known for his tenure with the Seattle Seahawks, was booked into King County Correctional Facility at 4.48 am on Saturday, February 24, according to jail records.
Richard Sherman arrested on suspicion of DUI
Former NFL star Richard Sherman was arrested early Saturday on suspicion of driving under the influence, as reported by the Washington State Patrol.
Trooper Jordan Hazzard-Thomas, involved in the traffic stop, noted in a probable cause statement that Sherman exhibited signs of intoxication, including the odor of alcohol and bloodshot, watery eyes.
Efforts to obtain comments on Sherman’s arrest from his representative and past attorney were made, though responses were not received.
The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office stated that Sherman was scheduled for a court hearing on Monday, February 26.
Sherman, renowned as a three-time All-Pro cornerback, enjoyed an illustrious 11-year career in the NFL. Notably, he played a pivotal role in leading the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory in the 2013 season.
Recognized as one of the premier defensive players of his era, Sherman was honored with a place on the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s All-Decade Team for the 2010s.
Throughout his career, Sherman played for the Seattle Seahawks, the San Francisco 49ers, and briefly for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He began his football journey at Stanford University.
In addition to his on-field achievements, Sherman ventured into football analysis in recent years.
This recent arrest comes after Sherman pleaded guilty in 2022 to two misdemeanor charges related to a previous incident involving drunken driving and domestic disturbance in Seattle. He also admitted to a criminal infraction of speeding in a roadway construction zone.
Internet reacts to Richard Sherman's arrest
Following the news of former NFL star Richard Sherman's arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence, social media platforms were abuzz with reactions from users expressing a range of sentiments.
Among the responses, one user expressed sympathy and hope for Sherman's well-being, stating, "Prayers up for Sherm...hope he receives the help he needs."
However, not all reactions were supportive. Some users questioned the relevance of discussing Sherman's arrest, with one user bluntly asking, "Really? This all you have to talk about?"
Another user wrote, "I thought it was ill advised for the network to hire him. He made some serious choices in his last crime. Sadly I knew it wouldn’t be the end of his troubles. Glad he didn’t kill himself or others."
One user lamented the recurrence of Sherman's legal troubles, stating, "Omg not again…"
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