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Suspended Alabama DB Tony Mitchell drove 141 mph before arrest

Suspended Alabama defensive back Tony Mitchell was driving 141 mph as he attempted to flee police in Florida last week before being arrested, according to an arrest report obtained by AL.com.

Mitchell and a passenger in his vehicle, Christophere Lewis, were arrested last Wednesday by deputies from the Holmes County (Florida) Sheriff's Office and charged with possession of marijuana with intent to sell and/or deliver. Lewis also was charged with carrying a concealed firearm without a permit.

Alabama coach Nick Saban said Monday that Mitchell was suspended from the team "and all team activities until we gather more information about the situation and what his legal circumstance is.