CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Malik McDowell, who was given a second chance by the team after serving jail time, was arrested Monday in Florida on charges that include public exposure.
According to a police report, McDowell has been charged in Deerfield Beach, Florida, with "aggravated battery on an officer, resisting an officer/obstructing with violence and exposure of sex organs in public." Bail was posted at $25,000.
The Browns released a statement on McDowell, who was under contract with the team for only one season, saying they were seeking more information.
“We are aware of the very concerning incident and arrest involving Malik McDowell and are in the process of gathering more information," the team said.