Two well-known professional athletes encountered legal challenges this month related to traffic violations. Dillon Brooks of the Phoenix Suns was arrested for suspected driving under the influence early Friday in Scottsdale, Arizona, while Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett received a speeding citation for driving 94 miles per hour in a 70-mph zone on Interstate 71 in Ohio.
Dillon Brooks Arrested in Arizona on DUI Suspicion
According to TMZ, Brooks was taken into custody at approximately 2 a.m. on Friday in Scottsdale. The 30-year-old forward, currently sidelined by a fractured hand, was processed and released about 80 minutes later. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the stop or Brooks’s blood alcohol level. A mugshot from the arrest shows Brooks wearing a white tank top as he gazes directly at the camera.
Myles Garrett Receives Ninth Speeding Citation in Ohio
The Cleveland Browns star was cited for speeding 24 mph over the limit during a traffic stop in Congress Township on February 21 around 1:35 a.m., as reported by WKYC in Cleveland. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office noted that Garrett was cooperative throughout the interaction. This marks Garrett’s ninth speeding citation since joining the Browns in 2017, highlighting a recurring history of high-speed driving.
Background on Garrett’s Previous Traffic Incidents
Garrett’s speeding infractions have included several significant events. In 2022, he survived a rollover crash after being caught going 65 mph in a 45-mph zone while driving a Porsche. Most recently, in August, he was fined for driving at 100 mph in a 60-mph zone. Despite these infractions, Garrett remains an impactful player, recently setting the NFL single-season sack record with 23.
Next Steps and Potential Consequences for Garrett
Garrett can either pay the associated fine or appear in court on March 10 to address the latest speeding citation. Both incidents involving Garrett and Brooks have attracted media attention, underscoring ongoing concerns regarding athlete conduct off the field and on roadways.
“The All-Pro defender was kind and cooperative during the stop.” – Wayne County Sheriff’s Office
“Garrett recently set the NFL single-season sack record with 23.” – WKYC report
