4:03 PM PT — Detroit PD tells TMZ Sports activities … “This investigation continues to evolve, and new information has come to light that we are actively addressing.”
“We take every investigation seriously, especially when new allegations and facts emerge, and we are committed to acting in a swift and transparent manner.”
The assertion continued … “Once new facts are confirmed, we make the necessary changes in our decision-making process.”
“Let it be clear: no one in the City of Detroit is above the law. Anyone who commits a crime will be held accountable, regardless of their position or status.”
Detroit Lions receiver Jameson Williams narrowly escaped being arrested for carrying a hid weapon earlier this month … and police are actually investigating why he was let off the hook.
23-year-old Williams was driving round Detroit along with his brother after midnight on Oct. 8 … when the automobile was pulled over for a visitors violation.
In the course of the cease, Williams’ brother advised cops there have been two weapons within the automobile … and one was situated below the NFLer’s passenger seat.
In accordance with WXYZ in Detroit, one weapon was registered to Williams’ brother, who had a hid pistol license … the opposite was registered to Williams, who didn’t have a CPL.
Williams was alerted he can be taken into custody for carrying a hid weapon … however in line with the outlet, he tried to make use of the “I’m a Lions player” card a number of instances — which did not actually impress the officer.
Williams’ brother additionally tried to take duty for each weapons … however the former Alabama star later admitted one was his, claiming it was “for protection” as a result of he lives in Detroit.
The receiver was finally positioned in cuffs and put behind a squad automobile … and whereas it appeared like he was nicely on his approach to jail, all of it modified when a supervising sergeant confirmed up.
The supervisor — who, in line with the outlet, had a Lions-themed background on his telephone — appeared upset with the officers on the scene … saying, “I’m so mad at you two.”
After he made just a few calls, the supervisor was heard on the telephone suggesting particular lodging for Williams’ jail arrival … that’s, earlier than he obtained a name from a lieutenant, who seemingly gave Sarg the reply he was trying to find.
“Okay, beautiful. I’m good to let him go?” the sergeant requested, in line with the outlet. “You’re a (expletive) hero. Thank you so much.”
As soon as the supervisor hung up, Williams was free to go.
The entire visitors cease is now on the middle of an inner investigation … and Detroit police have since submitted a warrant request to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Workplace for Williams’ arrest for carrying a hid weapon in a motorized vehicle.
The warrant request is at present below evaluation.
The Lions addressed the matter in a press release … saying Williams alerted the group instantly after it occurred, and the league is conscious of it as nicely.
Williams — at present suspended for violating the league’s performance-enhancing drug coverage — has 17 catches for 361 yards and three touchdowns this season.
