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Celtics issue statement on reported Jabari Bird arrest

Celtics shooting guard Jabari Bird is under arrest and facing charges for an alleged assault that took place Friday night in Brighton, according to WBZ.

BREAKING: WBZ-TV I-team reports Celtics Shooting Guard Jabari Bird is under arrest and facing charges after an assault in Brighton last night. BPD Domestic Violence Unit is investigating. In a statement, Celtics say they are aware of the incident and are gathering information.

— WBZ NewsRadio (@wbznewsradio) September 8, 2018

WBZ reported Saturday morning that Bird is in custody at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and the Boston Police Department’s domestic violence unit is involved.