Antonio Brown Waives Extradition at New Jersey Hearing
Former NFL star Antonio Brown waived extradition Friday as he prepares to return to Miami to face charges of attempted murder. The charges relate to an incident in spring, where Brown allegedly fired shots at a crowded event.
Extradition and Detainment Details
Brown, 37, was extradited from Dubai by marshals and handed over to the Newark Port Authority. He is currently held in Essex County Jail, awaiting transfer to Florida authorities, though the exact timing of his pickup remains unclear.
The duration of Brown's stay in Dubai is unknown, but he has recently posted on social media from there.
Details of the Shooting Incident
"According to an arrest warrant detailing the May 16 shooting, Brown is accused of grabbing a handgun from a security staffer after the boxing match and firing two shots at a man he had gotten into a fistfight with earlier."
The victim, Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, reported that one bullet grazed his neck.
Legal Consequences
- The charge of second-degree attempted murder carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison.
- There is also a potential fine of up to $10,000 upon conviction.
It is not clear from court records whether Brown has secured legal representation.
Antonio Brown’s legal battle marks a serious turning point in the former athlete’s troubled recent history.
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