Former NFL standout Robert Quinn, known for his years with the Dallas Cowboys and other teams, was arrested early Friday morning in North Charleston, South Carolina, after an alleged hit-and-run incident. Authorities claim Quinn tried to flee the scene of the crash before being apprehended.
The crash occurred around 2 a.m. on January 10. According to the police report obtained by TMZ Sports, officers found Quinn in a different vehicle with visible injuries consistent with a recent car accident. Witnesses at the scene reported that Quinn had crashed his Ford F-150 into another vehicle. Instead of remaining at the site, he allegedly called an acquaintance to pick him up and attempted to leave the area.
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Incident details and arrest
When officers confronted him, Quinn reportedly resisted arrest. The report describes that the 34-year-old exhibited slurred speech and refused to provide identification. Officers had to use an arm bar technique to subdue him before taking him into custody.
Quinn was booked at a local jail around 6:52 a.m. on charges of reckless driving and leaving the scene of an accident with property damage. He was released later that day at 1:25 p.m. and is scheduled to appear in court for a hearing in February.
A troubling pattern
This is not Quinn’s first brush with the law. In 2023, he faced similar hit-and-run allegations. While his recent actions have raised concerns, his legacy on the football field remains significant.
NFL career overview
Robert Quinn played in the NFL from 2011 to 2022, racking up an impressive 102 sacks over 169 games. He earned multiple Pro Bowl honors and was widely regarded as one of the league’s premier pass rushers during his prime.
As the legal process unfolds, questions linger about what led to this incident and its potential impact on Quinn’s post-football life. Fans and former teammates alike hope the troubled athlete can find his footing off the field.
