Zachariah Branch Police Report Surfaces
Former University of Georgia receiver Zachariah Branch was arrested on Sunday morning, facing two misdemeanor charges. These are obstruction of public sidewalks and obstruction of a law enforcement officer.
Zachariah Branch Police Report Details
A section of the police report has been made public. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero shared findings from the incident. According to the report, Branch failed to comply with multiple verbal commands from the police.
Incident Overview
- Date of Incident: Early Sunday
- Charges:
- Obstructing public sidewalks
- Obstruction of a law enforcement officer
- Key Actions:
- Branch was told to move from blocking the sidewalk.
- He responded with a smirk and did not comply.
The report states, “A male, later identified as Zachariah Branch, continued to stand on the sidewalk without making an attempt to move.” The officer warned Branch that he would be cited for blocking the sidewalk if he did not comply.
Potential Impact on Draft Stock
Zachariah Branch is projected to be picked in the second day of the upcoming NFL draft. Questions now linger regarding how this arrest might affect his draft stock. It provides NFL teams a chance to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Ultimately, Branch’s reaction to the police’s verbal commands led to his arrest, raising concerns among potential teams. The development could play a significant role in shaping his future in professional football.
