Former Patriots receiver Antonio Brown arrested on attempted murder charge

Former Patriots Receiver Antonio Brown Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge

Antonio Brown, a former NFL player, was arrested in connection with an attempted murder linked to a shooting following a celebrity boxing event in Miami. The arrest was confirmed by Miami police on Thursday.

Details of the Arrest

Brown, 37, was apprehended by U.S. Marshals in Dubai, according to Miami police spokesperson Mike Vega. He was transported to Essex County, New Jersey, where he is being held while awaiting extradition to Miami.

It remains unclear why Brown was taken to New Jersey first or how long he had been in Dubai, although he has recently posted on social media from there.

Background with the New England Patriots

Brown had a brief and turbulent tenure with the New England Patriots in 2019, appearing in just one game. His time with the team ended abruptly after allegations of rape, sexual assault, and harassment surfaced during his two weeks with the Patriots.

The team faced intense scrutiny from fans and media for signing Brown despite these controversies.

Incident Details from Arrest Warrant

According to an arrest warrant describing the May 16 incident, Brown allegedly took a handgun from security staff after the boxing match and fired two shots at a man he had previously fought with.

Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, the victim, told investigators that one bullet grazed his neck.

At this time, it is unknown if Brown has legal representation or when he will be returned to Miami.

Author’s Summary

Antonio Brown faces serious legal trouble after being arrested abroad for an attempted murder charge related to a shooting incident following a celebrity boxing event.

The Boston Globe — 2025-11-07