In a shocking turn of events, the father of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was arrested just one week before the highly anticipated Super Bowl.
Pat Mahomes Sr. was taken into custody in Tyler, Texas, on charges of driving while intoxicated, third or more. He was later released on a $10,000 bond.
According to reports, Mahomes Sr. was pulled over by a Tyler police officer for driving slower than other traffic. It was during this routine traffic stop that the officer noticed an open “tallboy” beer in Mahomes Sr.’s vehicle. Further investigation revealed that the car’s registration had expired over a year ago.
The police affidavit states that Mahomes Sr. admitted to having consumed a few beers before getting behind the wheel. In addition, the officer found an open 16-ounce can of Coors Light in the center console.
A field sobriety test was conducted, which recorded 11 clues of impairment. Based on these findings, the officer concluded that Mahomes Sr. was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence.