Former NFL star Antonio Brown’s tumultuous past has taken another dramatic turn as he faces an attempted murder charge stemming from a shooting incident in Miami. According to law enforcement sources, Brown was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Dubai and subsequently transferred to Essex County, New Jersey, pending extradition to Miami.

The alleged incident occurred on May 16 following a celebrity boxing event, where Brown reportedly grabbed a handgun from a security staff member and fired two shots at an individual with whom he had previously engaged in a physical altercation. The victim, Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, told investigators that one of the bullets grazed his neck.

This latest legal challenge adds to Brown’s extensive history of controversial off-field behavior. Throughout his 12-year NFL career, primarily with the Pittsburgh Steelers and later with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Brown has been involved in numerous legal and personal controversies.

Most notably, Brown’s professional football career effectively ended during a 2021 game against the New York Jets when he dramatically removed his jersey, shoulder pads, and gloves, and ran off the field. This incident led to his immediate release from the Buccaneers and marked the conclusion of his NFL journey.

Previous legal issues have included accusations of battery, domestic violence charges, and failure to pay child support. If convicted of the current second-degree attempted murder charge, Brown could face up to 15 years in prison and a potential $10,000 fine.

During his NFL career, Brown was a prolific wide receiver, achieving 928 receptions for over 12,000 yards and 83 touchdowns. His on-field performance was often overshadowed by his increasingly erratic personal behavior.

As the legal proceedings unfold, the sports and entertainment world will be closely watching how this latest incident impacts Brown’s already complicated public persona.