US EditionOmaha police ticket boxing champ Crawford for reckless driving, order him out of vehicle at gunpoint
Omaha police stopped undefeated boxing champion Terence Crawford for speeding over twice the limit and confirmed all occupants had legal firearm permits, prompting an internal investigation.
- Early Sunday morning near a live music venue, Omaha police pulled over boxer Terence 'Bud' Crawford around 1:30 a.m. after seeing erratic driving and subsequently filed a reckless driving charge against him.
- The traffic stop followed a day of celebrations including Crawford's 38th birthday party and a city parade honoring his recent unanimous decision win over Canelo Alvarez to become undisputed super middleweight champion.
- During the stop, officers noticed firearms on the driver's side floorboard and directed Crawford and the three other passengers to exit the car while keeping their hands visible; subsequent checks confirmed that all firearms were legally possessed, including one carried by a member of Crawford's security detail.
- Mayor John Ewing Jr. and Police Chief Todd Schmaderer announced a full internal affairs investigation to ensure transparency and emphasized the critical importance of trust between law enforcement and the community.
- The incident cast a somber note on a day of honor, prompting city officials to seek answers while reaffirming the need for safety and respect for all Omaha residents.
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By George Ramsay, CNN Renowned boxing champion Terence “Bud” Crawford was forced from his vehicle at gunpoint and issued a reckless driving ticket, police said, just hours after participating in a victory parade in his honor in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska. According to a press release from Omaha police, the incident occurred early Sunday morning and has prompted an internal affairs investigation. On Saturday, Crawford attended a celebratory …
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