Detroit Lions’ Jameson Williams: Gun Found in Car, Near Arrest
In a dramatic turn of events, Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams found himself involved in an unusual incident that could have landed him in jail. On the night of October 8, Detroit police pulled over a vehicle driven by his brother near the corner of Connor and Jefferson Avenue, stopping the car for speeding. The ensuing events revealed a series of unusual twists and turns that now leave Detroit police investigating the handling of the stop.
Gun Found in Vehicle
Initially, police discovered two guns in the vehicle – one in the back seat that was registered to Williams’ brother, and another under Williams’ seat, which was registered to him. Despite possessing a valid conceal-carry permit, Williams’ brother did not need to surrender the registered gun, leaving Williams’ gun inaccessible to police without proper handling. An officer informed Williams that he would be taken to jail due to carrying an unregistered concealed weapon, but his fate seemed to change during the course of the stop.
Body Camera Footage: Williams Identifies Himself
Body camera footage captures Williams repeatedly identifying himself as the celebrated Lions player. The officer, initially undeceived, asserted that Williams’ position as a sports personality did not influence the arrest decision. Williams, however, later admitted to owning the gun, stating it was for protection.
Supervisor’s Involvement
A sergeant, who just happened to be a Lions fan, arrived at the scene and took over the case. He conferred with various higher-ranking officials, appearing to second-guess the initial arrest decision. The introduction of this supervisor indicated an unusual, high-profile stop process. His communications hinted at a delay in the arrest, with no clear directives until a lieutenant cleared Williams.
Detroit Police Department’s Review
Prompted by questions from 7 News Detroit, the Detroit Police Department has opened an internal affairs investigation into the handling of this case. Commander Michael McGinnis, reviewing the body camera footage, called itston "unusual" and raise[question regarding possible influence of Williams’ professional status on decision-making. Although initial reports by the department stand by the officer’s actions, the case is under active review.
Charge and Investigation
Williams is now facing a charge of carrying a concealed weapon in a motor vehicle. His attorney, Todd Flood, has released a statement corroborating the cooperative nature of all parties involved during the stop. Further information on the ongoing investigation is awaited, as the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office reviews the warrant request.
Call to Action
We’ll continue to monitor the situation and bring you updates as the story develops. The troubling circumstances of how Williams avoided arrest are under investigation. Stay tuned for further updates and let us know your thoughts on the case. Leave your comments below, and don’t forget to share this article with your friends on social media.