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Update:
Michael Thomas was charged with simple battery, criminal mischief after getting arrested on Friday.
Breaking: @Saints @Cantguardmike arrested by @KennerPolice
More @wdsu pic.twitter.com/zLtq4X51SX— Travers Mackel (@TraversWDSU) November 11, 2023
Original Story:
Saints Pro Bowl wide receiver Michael Thomas found himself in trouble on Friday night.
Witnesses in Kenner reported to WDSU that Thomas was taken away by police, following an incident in the Gabriel subdivision where he resides.
According to WDSU, heavy police presence was noted in the area, triggered by an alleged altercation involving Thomas and some neighbor contractors. Thomas is accused of throwing two bricks at the neighbor’s car which had been repeatedly parked in the street near his residence. He’s also accused of allegedly pushing him.
Additionally, Thomas allegedly took the individual’s phone and tossed it when he began recording the incident, and then grabbed the person.
A contractor working in Michael Thomas' neighborhood spoke with WDSU exclusively about an alleged confrontation he had with the Saints star. We have reached out with Kenner PD for more information and have not heard back. @wdsu pic.twitter.com/UWhpsWJAQo
— Eli Brand (@EliBrandTV) November 11, 2023
The Saints released a statement that they’re aware of the incident.
Saints spokesman on incident involving Michael Thomas: “We aware of the incident and are gathering information.”
— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) November 11, 2023
The incident marks another addition to the recent string of legal troubles involving Saints players in Kenner. Just a couple of weeks ago, Saints wideout Chris Olave was arrested for allegedly speeding 70 in a 35 mph zone.
The story is still developing.