Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams, 23, is off the hook in a gun-related incident that occurred in early October. Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy announced Monday that Williams would not face criminal charges after a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding an early-morning traffic stop on October 8.
Williams was a passenger in a vehicle pulled over for speeding at around 1 a.m. ET. During the stop, Williams‘ brother disclosed that there were two registered firearms in the car-one under his name and the other under Williams‘. While Williams did not have a concealed pistol license at the time, authorities determined he did not have the weapon on him or admit to placing it in the vehicle.
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Prosecutor Worthy cited the lack of clear legislative intent in the relevant concealed pistol license statute as a reason for her decision. “The case law is silent regarding the specific issue, and the legislative intent of the CPL statute does not support charges under these facts,” she stated.
Williams’ status as athlete played no role in the decision
Prosecutor Worthy emphasized that Williams‘ status as a professional athlete had no bearing on the outcome. “We have charged Detroit-area athletes before and would not have hesitated to do so again if the facts of this case could be proven beyond a reasonable doubt,” she said. The decision was made based solely on the facts and legal framework, she added.
Worthy also noted that Williams is eligible to obtain a concealed pistol license, which could further clarify his legal standing in similar situations.
Authorities review handling of the incident
While Williams avoided legal consequences, the Detroit Police Department has opened an investigation into the supervising officer’s decision to release Williams at the scene without an arrest. This move has sparked internal reviews, although no additional details have been disclosed.
For now, Williams can shift his focus back to football as the Lions continue their season. The young wideout, now in his third year, has faced challenges off the field but remains a key part of Detroit’s promising roster.
