Jeff Gladney, the Minnesota Vikings’ first-round pick in 2020, turned himself in Monday to face charges in an alleged domestic violence incident in Texas.
The defensive back, who was the 31st pick in the NFL Draft, allegedly assaulted a 22-year-old woman on Friday. The two were involved in a verbal altercation “over content in a cell phone” that later escalated to physical violence, according to the statement from police.
Spoke to Raul Reyna, public info. officer Dallas County Sheriffs office Confirmed #Vikings CB Jeff Gladney turned himself at 11:21 a.m. today in what was prearranged with his attorney Was fingerprinted & they took mug shot & was out in 10 minutes Warrant for arrest issued April 2
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 5, 2021
#Breaking I’ve learned from sources that #MinnesotaVikings Cornerback Jeff Gladney has turned himself into the Dallas County Jail after the #NFL player posted a $10,000 bond on a charge 3rd degree felony family violence assault. pic.twitter.com/Wz6mTReTzP
— J.D. Miles (@jdmiles11) April 5, 2021
The NFL is investigating and the Vikings said in a statement that they are aware of the arrest and gathering more information.
#Vikings statement on Jeff Gladney: "We are aware of Jeff's arrest and are gathering additional information. We take this matter very seriously, as the reported allegations are extremely disturbing.'' Team said it would have no further comment at this time.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) April 5, 2021
