Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery has been arrested for insurance fraud. The arrest occurred earlier this week, according to reports.
Details of the Arrest
Jeffery was arrested for insurance fraud. He was also arrested for conceal/fail to disclose insurance benefit or payment.
The 36-year-old was booked in jail around 8 AM on Wednesday. He has since been released.
Further details surrounding the arrest were not immediately available.
Potential Penalties
According to California law, the insurance fraud charge is a felony. It can carry up to five years in prison and/or a fine that’s double the amount of the fraud.
Jeffery’s NFL Career
Jeffery is a former second-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. He split his nine-year career between the Chicago Bears and Eagles.
He was a Pro Bowl selection in 2013.
Jeffery won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2017 season. In Super Bowl LII, Philly beat the New England Patriots in a 41-33 thriller. Jeffery contributed three catches for 73 yards and a touchdown in the victory.
College Career
Before his pro career, Jeffery was a standout at South Carolina. He earned All-American and All-SEC honours. His number was retired with the Gamecocks organisation.
No Comment Yet
Jeffery has been reached out to for comment. So far, there has been no word back.