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New York Post
25-06-2025
- New York Post
Adam ‘Pacman' Jones threw elbow at cop during chaotic arrest: bodycam video
Adam 'Pacman' Jones' arrest video has been released. When the former NFL star was arrested while allegedly publicly intoxicated on June 7, he went on a verbal tirade against the cops before eventually throwing his elbows at one officer, which can be seen on police camera footage obtained by TMZ Sports. Jones was initially stopped by the cops in Covington, Kentucky, to question him regarding an incident at a nearby bar. However, he quickly became combative. In the footage, Jones can be seen speaking loudly and even attempting to walk away from the cops before eventually calming down to explain his situation to the officers. 4 Adam 'Pacman' Jones was arrested in Northern Kentucky on multiple charges, including assaulting an officer, and placed into custody. Kenton County Jail The 2005 No. 6 overall draft pick by the Titans went on to explain that he and his group of seemingly friends got into an argument with an employee of the bar in question. However, after his explanation, he attempted to walk away once again and that's what led to his arrest. While in custody, Jones continued to not go down without a fight, cursing at the officers and insisting he wasn't at fault, the video shows. He also continued to question the officers why they were talking to him specifically. He was told it was due to an investigation, but Jones remained uncooperative with the authorities. Jones continued to yell at the officers while he was in the police car, screaming 'shut the f-k up' and 'suck my d–k' while also calling the cop 'stupid' and a 'coward.' Tensions also did not deescalate once in jail. In the video, Jones tried to hit a cop by throwing his elbow and was seemingly successful at least once, as a cop can be heard saying 'my lip is bleeding.' 4 Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam 'Pacman' Jones appears in a Cincinnati courtroom on Oct. 7, 2013. AP 4 Adam 'Pac Man' Jones at the NFL Draft prospect clinic with Special Olympics at Draft Experience Field at Titletown. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect He was charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and assaulting a police officer he was booked at Kenton County Jail at 1:51 a.m. He pleaded not guilty in court on June 11. Jones nor any representative of his has issued a public statement regarding the police footage. However, following the arrest, Jones' agent, Peter Schaffer, said his client did 'nothing wrong' and simply exercised 'his right to ask why he was being detained.' He also called out the officers for 'another example of overzealous policing' and 'prioritizing their discretion over constitutional rights.' 4 Cincinnati Bengals' Adam Jones runs the ball against the Houston Texans during an NFL wild card playoff football game in Houston. AP Jones, who was a one-time All-Pro and Pro Bowler during his 12-year NFL career, had several run-ins with the law during his time as a professional athlete, including when he was suspended for the entire 2007 season and part of 2008 by commissioner Roger Goodell for violating the league's conduct policy. This incident comes after his arrest after the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson bout that took place in Arlington, Texas in November. There, Jones was charged with alleged public intoxication, resisting arrest and assault of a police officer. In 2023, Jones was also arrested and charged with alcohol intoxication, disorderly conduct and terroristic threatening while at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Time of India
Former NFL player Adam 'Pacman' Jones shares arrest footage as agent slams 'overzealous' Kentucky police
Adam 'Pacman' Jones (via Getty Images) Adam 'Pacman' Jones , the former NFL cornerback and West Virginia University standout, has released a video showing his recent arrest by police officers in Covington, Kentucky. The footage, captured outside a bar near Cincinnati, has sparked fresh controversy, with Adam Jones' agent calling the officers' actions an example of 'overzealous policing. ' Adam Jones was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with alcohol intoxication in a public space, second-degree disorderly conduct, and third-degree assault of a police officer. Video adds new layer to Adam Jones' arrest; agent claims rights were violated In the newly released video, which surfaced through TMZ Sports, Adam Jones, who was involved in a disturbance in a local bar, is seen interacting tensely with two Covington officers before being restrained against a police vehicle. The authorities alleged Adam Jones was drunk and acting in a disorderly manner. He was booked into the Kenton County Detention Center after his arrest. But things changed dramatically after Adam Jones released what seems like surveillance footage showing one officer roughly grabbing him, which has now led to a question about the use of force during the arrest. Jones' representative, Peter Schaffer, issued a forceful statement after the incident, asserting that his client was simply exercising his constitutional right to ask why he was being held in custody. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Device Made My Power Bill Drop Overnight elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Pre-Order Undo 'Initially, officers claimed he was being arrested for assault and then shifted to public intoxication (which, in itself, is not a crime in many jurisdictions unless it leads to dangerous behavior), and finally settled on disorderly conduct, simply for asking why he was being detained,' Schaffer said in a statement. Former WVU player Adam 'Pacman' Jones arrested outside of Cincinnati This recent incident is at least the fourth arrest of Jones since 2021. He was previously arrested for the first time at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in 2023 and again following the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing bout in Las Vegas in November of 2024, both of which were also for offenses involving alcohol and public conduct. Jones, who last played in the NFL in 2018, spent most of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals after being drafted by the Tennessee Titans and playing briefly with the Dallas Cowboys. His post-NFL years have been marred by multiple run-ins with law enforcement, many of which have ended with charges that were later dropped or reduced. Also read: Adam 'Pacman' Jones arrested for assault on a police officer, alcohol intoxication, and disorderly conduct Even as questions have swirled about the behavior of both Adam "Pacman" Jones and Covington police, debates over policing and citizen rights have persisted. The footage that came out may prove key to public opinion-and perhaps in legal proceedings themselves.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Yahoo
‘I never assaulted nobody': Former WVU player speaks following weekend arrest
COVINGTON, Ky. (WBOY) — Days after Adam 'Pacman' Jones was arrested in a Cincinnati suburb on charges including assaulting a police officer, the former WVU player issued a statement claiming the accusations are false. In a clip from 'Politely Raw! The Pacman Jones Show,' which Jones posted to his Instragram page Monday, the former Mountaineer refuted a police report, which claimed that he, while handcuffed, 'intentionally threw his elbow upwards and struck an officer in the bottom lip, causing inside of lip to bleed,' as read during the show by his co-host. Men arrested after multi-county pursuit believed to be members of Pagan Motorcycle Club Jones said the assault charge stemmed from him doing 'this,' which he said while demonstrating a light shoving motion. Jones also said he thinks he 'has a real lawsuit here,' but added that 'the people in the jail treated me unbelievable good.' 'Them people that was in there, they treated me how they treated everybody else,' Jones said. Jones is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday at 8 a.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Post
09-06-2025
- New York Post
Adam ‘Pacman' Jones' agent claims former NFL star's latest arrest is example of ‘overzealous policing'
The agent of former NFL cornerback Adam 'Pacman' Jones called into question the actions of Covington police for what he called 'another example of overzealous policing' in the arrest of his client over the weekend. Jones was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place, disorderly conduct and assault of a police officer. But Peter Schaffer, Jones' agent, claimed that the ex-NFL player had done 'nothing wrong' during his interaction with police and that his only transgression was to 'exercise his right to ask why he was being detained — a fundamental question that every citizen should be allowed to ask without fear of retaliation.' Advertisement Adam 'Pacman' Jones was arrested early June 8. Kenton County Jail 'Initially, officers claimed he was being arrested for assault and then shifted to public intoxication (which, in itself, is not a crime in many jurisdictions unless it leads to dangerous behavior), and finally settled on disorderly conduct — simply for asking why he was being detained,' Schaffer said in a statement, according to Pro Football Talk. 'This pattern of escalating and inconsistent charges is a clear abuse of authority and demonstrates a troubling trend of police officers prioritizing their own discretion over constitutional rights. 'Adam, like every American, is innocent until proven guilty. Yet, once again, his past is being weaponized against him in the court of public opinion, while the officers involved face no scrutiny for their conduct. The repeated mischaracterization of his encounters with law enforcement — often stemming from minor incidents — only reinforces the need for accountability in policing.' Advertisement A police news release stated that officers had been called to a bar around 1 a.m. on Saturday morning over a report of a 'disturbance involving a customer and an employee,' and when they arrived, they had been notified of a car attempting to leave the area. Officers stopped the car being driven by Jones and they stated that he had been consuming alcohol and that the charges 'related to his level of intoxication and his behavior.' Titans cornerback Adam 'Pacman' Jones is shown during football training camp in Clarksville, Tenn., in this Aug. 4, 2006 AP Advertisement 'Adam Jones is being held to the same standard of conduct as any other individual in our community,' police said in the release. Jones has had several encounters with law enforcement over the years, which have included an altercation at a hotel in Arlington, Texas, after the Jake Paul fight against Mike Tyson and an arrest at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in 2023. Jones hasn't played in the NFL since 2018 and spent the majority of his career with the Bengals, along with stints with the Titans and Cowboys.
NBC Sports
08-06-2025
- NBC Sports
Agent alleges Adam "Pacman" Jones' arrest a result of "overzealous policing"
Former NFL defensive back Adam 'Pacman' Jones was arrested in Covington, Kentucky, early Saturday morning. He was charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place, disorderly conduct and assault of a police officer. He posted a $10,000 bond and was released around 11:30 a.m. Saturday. His agent, Peter Schaffer, released a statement on behalf of Jones. 'The recent arrest of Adam 'Pacman' Jones in Covington, Kentucky, is yet another example of overzealous policing and the systemic issues that plague our justice system,' the statement reads. 'Adam did nothing wrong other than exercise his right to ask why he was being detained — a fundamental question that every citizen should be allowed to ask without fear of retaliation. 'Initially, officers claimed he was being arrested for assault and then shifted to public intoxication (which, in itself, is not a crime in many jurisdictions unless it leads to dangerous behavior), and finally settled on disorderly conduct — simply for asking why he was being detained. This pattern of escalating and inconsistent charges is a clear abuse of authority and demonstrates a troubling trend of police officers prioritizing their own discretion over constitutional rights. 'Adam, like every American, is innocent until proven guilty. Yet, once again, his past is being weaponized against him in the court of public opinion, while the officers involved face no scrutiny for their conduct. The repeated mischaracterization of his encounters with law enforcement — often stemming from minor incidents — only reinforces the need for accountability in policing. 'Enough is enough. People should not be arrested for asking questions, and police should not be allowed to fabricate charges simply because they don't like the tone of a conversation. This type of behavior erodes trust in law enforcement and undermines justice. Adam deserves fairness, not another headline designed to paint him as a villain for clicks. 'We call for a full and transparent review of this arrest, and we stand firm in the belief that no one should be treated as guilty before they've even had their day in court.'
