An arrest warrant for simple battery was issued against Odell Beckham Jr., 27, after the Cleveland Browns wide receiver slapped the buttocks of a security guard in New Orleans.
After LSU’s 42-25 defeat of Clemson at the College Football Playoff National Championship game, a New Orleans Police public information officer said the arrest warrant would be issued but also said there will not be further statements or materials released at that time.
The slapping incident occurred in the LSU locker room after the game when the guard was dispatched to the locker room to enforce the Superdome’s indoor smoking ban. The security guard told police that he wanted to punch Beckham, but decided to file a complaint instead.
Beckham played for LSU from 2011 to 2013, so he was allowed on the field and in the locker room after the game.
A Cleveland Browns spokesperson said regarding the incident, “We are aware of the incident and have been in touch with Odell and his representatives on the matter, they are cooperating with the proper authorities to appropriately address the situation.”
After the game Beckham was also recorded on video handing out cash to many LSU players on the field. The University said in a statement that “apparent cash may have also been given to LSU student-athletes”, which is a potential violation of NCAA rules.
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