Detroit Lions defensive back Cameron Sutton is currently wanted on a domestic violence warrant in Florida. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office in Tampa has issued a warrant for domestic battery by strangulation, a third-degree felony punishable by up to five years in prison. Authorities are seeking tips from the public to help locate Sutton, who may be driving a Jeep Grand Wagoneer with a Florida license plate.
The warrant stems from an incident on March 7, where authorities responded to a call about domestic violence involving Sutton and a female. Despite their efforts to contact him, Sutton has reportedly fled Tampa, according to the sheriff's office.
Sutton, 29, has not responded to attempts to reach him, and it remains unclear if he has legal representation. The Lions signed Sutton to a $33 million, three-year contract over a year ago, viewing him as a key player. He had a successful season, starting in all 17 regular-season games and contributing significantly to the team's playoff run.
Prior to joining the Lions, Sutton played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he started 31 games and made notable contributions on the field. The former third-round draft pick has a total of nine interceptions in his career spanning 101 games.
The Lions organization released a statement acknowledging the legal situation involving Sutton and stated that they would continue to monitor the situation closely. Sutton's agent and representatives have not provided any immediate comments or responses regarding the warrant.
Authorities have identified a property owned by Sutton in Dunedin, Florida, along the Gulf Coast. The warrant issued by the sheriff's department contains limited information, but it confirms Sutton's connection to the property.
As the search for Cameron Sutton continues, the NFL community and fans await further developments in this ongoing legal matter.
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