Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has had a notably dramatic season, which now includes an ongoing investigation by Detroit’s police department. The probe centers around a traffic stop on October 8, when officers allegedly found an unlicensed firearm in Williams’s vehicle but did not arrest him, according to a report by Ross Jones of WXYZ-TV in Detroit.
During the stop, police reported that Williams was pulled over for speeding, and upon inspection, they discovered an unregistered gun in his possession. Williams’s brother, also in the car, had a gun that was legally registered. Despite the unlicensed firearm, Williams avoided arrest, sparking questions within the department.
As detailed by Jones, Williams reportedly attempted to identify himself to officers as a Lions player several times. Following this, a police supervisor was called to the scene as a measure to ensure policy compliance in situations that could attract media attention. This supervisor, a Lions fan, recognized Williams immediately. Body camera footage captured the sergeant’s phone, which had the Lions logo as its wallpaper, suggesting a strong personal connection to the team.
Following the incident, the department launched an internal review and subsequently requested a warrant for Williams’s arrest. Currently, Williams faces a two-game suspension due to a violation of the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances, adding to a previous four-game suspension in 2023 related to gambling. The wide receiver’s season has become increasingly complex, balancing legal issues and disciplinary actions that could influence his future in the NFL.
