Tony Romo Arrested Thursday Night In Milwaukee
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and prominent CBS Sports analyst Tony Romo has been arrested.
Law enforcement officers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, officially took the four-time Pro Bowler into secure custody on Thursday evening.
Tony Romo Stopped By Sheriff Deputies On Interstate Highway
The traffic stop occurred around 8:00 PM while the former athlete traveled southbound on Interstate 43. According to sheriff’s records, deputies pulled his vehicle over and requested standard field sobriety tests.
Unfortunately, the official arrest-detention report notes that he performed poorly during the physical evaluations. Deputies subsequently booked him on suspicion of operating while under the influence before granting a standard release. Fortunately, local authorities have not reported any injuries or vehicular accidents stemming from the initial highway encounter.
This sudden development highlights the immense scrutiny prominent television personalities face regarding their off-field personal behavior.
Local Offense Classifications And The Upcoming Romo Court Date
The state of Wisconsin enforces unique legal guidelines regarding initial driving infractions compared to other regional jurisdictions. Specifically, a first-offense OWI generally constitutes a civil offense rather than a standard criminal misdemeanor. Therefore, the citation typically carries a baseline civil forfeiture fine of $150 to $300.
Currently, judicial processing documents show that officials have assigned a formal court appearance date for September 21. Furthermore, legal representatives for the broadcasting star have declined to issue an immediate public comment on the matter.
Ultimately, the legendary signal-caller must navigate these incoming civic proceedings while preparing for the demanding autumn broadcasting cycle.
Tony Romo finished his 13-year NFL career with 34,183 passing yards, 248 passing touchdowns, and 117 interceptions playing for the Dallas Cowboys. Romo never reached a Super Bowl or advanced past the divisional round. He finished with a 2-4 overall postseason record.
Tony Romo signed with CBS Sports as the network’s lead NFL game analyst in 2017. He went on to sign a massive, long-term contract extension in February 2020, reported at $17 million annually.
