Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown is in the middle of a criminal investigation. The case has shocked fans and the sports world. Once known for his speed and skill, Brown is now wanted for attempted murder. A Miami boxing event turned chaotic last month. Police say Brown pulled a gun and opened fire.
A warrant has been issued for his arrest. He is charged with attempted murder using a firearm. The incident happened on May 16. The Washington Post reports that Brown must post a $10,000 bond. He must also stay under house arrest while awaiting trial. The incident started at a boxing event hosted by Adin Ross. A viral video shows Brown fighting with another man. No one was arrested that night. The case escalated after more video evidence appeared.
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Brown initially claimed that he had been ambushed at the event and said he was briefly detained and released after speaking with police. But that narrative has since unraveled. Investigators now say cellphone videos from the scene include sounds of gunshots and appear to show Brown as the aggressor. Detectives claim the video reveals Brown punching another man, stealing a security officer’s firearm, and then charging after his opponent.
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The police warrant states that two gunshots can be heard as Brown sprints toward the man. The victim reportedly told detectives that after the brawl ended, Brown took a firearm and began running at him before firing twice. Though no one was seriously injured, the man claimed he may have been grazed by a bullet near the neck.
Law enforcement in Miami-Dade County is looking to arrest former NFL WR Antonio Brown on a charge of attempted murder, according to a warrant reviewed by The Washington Post. https://t.co/sj6TDEjWvV
— ESPN (@espn) June 13, 2025
As the footage continues to circulate on social media, public reaction has been swift and intense. What started as a viral fight clip has now escalated into a full-blown criminal case—one that could lead to serious prison time for the controversial former NFL star.
