Former NFL Star Jay Cutler has recently found himself amid legal troubles after being arrested on multiple serious charges, including DUI and possession of firearms. The incident took place on the outskirts of Williamson County, Tennessee, and has sent ripples across both the sports and entertainment worlds.
On Thursday evening, Cutler allegedly crashed his white Dodge Ram truck straight onto the rear of a parked blue GMC at the 200 block of Bridge Street. This shocking event not only startled the GMC driver, who immediately recognized the former pro quarterback but also led to Cutler attempting to make a runaway escape from the scene.
According to reports, after the collision, Cutler approached the shocked driver and proposed to pay him $2000 to keep quiet about the crash. The driver, seeing the gravity of the situation, professionally declined the generous offer and instead opted to inform the authorities.
Responding to the incident, officers from the Franklin Police Department arrived at the scene to find Cutler exhibiting concerning signs. He appeared under the influence, with bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and the unmistakable smell of alcohol emanated from him. These observations prompted the officers to take Cutler's condition seriously.
Uncooperative throughout the process, Cutler reportedly refused to perform any field sobriety tests. Consequently, law enforcement had to take him to Williamson Medical Center for blood tests aimed at gauging his blood alcohol level.
During their investigation, the police discovered two firearms tucked away inside Cutler's truck - a loaded Glock pistol and another rifle sitting snugly in the center console. This raised concerns, particularly because Cutler was facing DUI charges at the time.
At 41 years old, the former NFL superstar was taken under custody around 7 p.m. and was later released by 10 p.m. The charges he faces are significant; not only is he charged with driving under the influence and possession of firearms, but he's also been cited for failing to exercise due care and refusal of implied consent.
Upon inspection, authorities found visible damage to the GMC, with a noticeable dent at the back. The driver recounted feeling pain in his back due to the impact and opted to seek medical attention after driving himself to the hospital.
Cutler's sports career has been illustrious; he played for three major teams – the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears, and Miami Dolphins – and was renowned for his skills as quarterback during his 12-year NFL stint. His connection to the local community is strong, having played college football at Vanderbilt University before being drafted as the first round pick by the Broncos back in 2006.
Despite the overwhelming evidence against him, Cutler has publicly denied the allegations of wrongdoing. He claims he did not collide with the GMC, arguing the absence of damage to his vehicle as proof of his innocence. Conversely, conflicting testimony and the presence of witnesses will likely play pivotal roles as the legal proceedings commence.
This unfortunate series of events is likely to cast shadows on Cutler's once-celebrated career, with fans and fellow athletes anxiously awaiting developments as proceedings against him get underway.
