Antonio Brown Released to Await Attempted Murder Trial
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown has been released from a Miami jail after posting $25,000 bail. He pleaded not guilty to a second-degree attempted murder charge. This release occurred on November 13, 2025, following his appearance at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
Details of the Case Against Antonio Brown
Brown, aged 37, is awaiting trial and must wear a GPS ankle monitor, as mandated by Circuit Judge Mindy Glazer. If found guilty, he faces a potential 15-year prison sentence and a fine of up to $10,000.
Prosecutors argued for pretrial detention, citing concerns that Brown, as a former professional athlete, has the means to flee. However, Brown’s attorney, Mark Eiglarsh, reassured the court that Brown no longer possesses a passport and will stay in Broward County, Florida, while the legal proceedings continue.
Incident Details from May 16
The charges stem from an incident that occurred on May 16, outside a celebrity boxing match in Miami. According to the arrest warrant, Brown allegedly grabbed a handgun from a security staffer and fired two shots at a man named Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu. Nantambu reported that one of the bullets grazed his neck during the confrontation.
- Incident Date: May 16, 2025
- Charge: Second-degree attempted murder
- Potential Sentence: Up to 15 years in prison
- Fine: Up to $10,000
Brown’s legal team contests the allegations, asserting that Brown used his personal firearm and did not intend to target anyone. The former NFL star is known for his decade-long career in professional football, primarily with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and last played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2021.
Throughout his career, Brown recorded 928 receptions for over 12,000 yards and scored a total of 88 touchdowns, including both receptions and punt returns.
