Miami Dolphins large receiver Tyreek Hill was briefly detained for an alleged site visitors violation whereas getting into Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, simply hours earlier than his group was set to open the season towards the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Videos posted on social media present Hill mendacity face down on the bottom as at the very least 4 officers positioned his arms behind his again and appeared to place handcuffs on him beside a car.
He was launched shortly after and was making ready to nonetheless play within the recreation.
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In a press release, the Dolphins stated Hill safely arrived on the stadium.
“This morning, WR Tyreek Hill was pulled over for a site visitors incident about one block from the stadium and briefly detained by police,” the group stated in a press release. “He has since been launched. Several teammates noticed the incident and stopped to supply help. Tyreek and all different gamers concerned have safely arrived to the stadium and will probably be accessible for at this time’s recreation.”
His agent, Drew Rosenhaus, stated in an interview with NFL Gameday Morning that the incident was “absurd” and “upsetting.”
“There’s no motive why Tyreek ought to have been handled that manner,” stated Rosenhaus. “This should not occur to a participant getting into his personal stadium.”
Rosenhaus stated he would not perceive what violation Hill may have dedicated whereas making an attempt to enter the stadium, however that they are going to be contacting his legal professionals.
