Jim Irsay was arrested late Sunday night in Carmel, Indiana for operating while intoxicated and possession of a controlled substance. Irsay is the first NFL owner to face criminal charges in more than 15 years.
According to the Indy Star, Irsay’s bail was set for $22,500. Details of the arrest to follow.
Over the years Irsay has tweeted about his sobriety
Actually working,sorry naysayers..I don't drink…haven't in over 15 years..I know when your unhappy or jealous it's easy to b mean-spirited
— Jim Irsay (@JimIrsay) October 21, 2013
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And this came just 4 short months ago
Sorry to ruin your theories…but I don't drink….at all
— Jim Irsay (@JimIrsay) December 7, 2013
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Veteran reporter Bob Kravitz weighed in with his theories this morning
I would doubt that Jim got popped for drinking. He says he hasn't had a drop in years. I'd bet the house it's drugs.
— Bob Kravitz (@bkravitz) March 17, 2014
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A couple of months ago, Jim told me his weight loss was intentional, was trying to keep strain off his bad back. Just FYI
— Bob Kravitz (@bkravitz) March 17, 2014
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From the sounds of it, this appears to be more than just your garden variety DUI.
(Photo via Indy Star)