New England Patriots Safety Jabrill Peppers Pleads Not Guilty to Serious Charges
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Jabrill Peppers, safety for the New England Patriots, pleaded not guilty on Monday after his arrest on Saturday on multiple charges, including strangulation and drug possession, as confirmed by Braintree, Massachusetts police.
Authorities reported that Peppers was taken into custody following a disturbance call early Saturday morning. The caller indicated an altercation between two individuals at a residential address.
The 29-year-old Peppers faces serious charges: assault and battery, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, strangulation, and possession of a Class B substance believed to be cocaine. According to the police report, the woman involved alleged that Peppers hit her, choked her multiple times, stripped her clothing, and forcibly put her outside. She also claimed that he shoved her to the ground, slammed her head against a wall, and strangled her.
Police confiscated a clear bag containing white powder during their investigation. The woman reportedly received treatment at home for injuries to her face and knees.
The woman revealed to police that she and Peppers had been in an “on-and-off” relationship for approximately three years.
During his arraignment in Quincy District Court, Peppers was granted bail of $2,500 and instructed to avoid contact with the woman. His attorney, Marc Brofsky, stated that evidence, including videotaped footage, casts doubt on the allegations. The next court hearing is set for November 22, and Peppers has been permitted to waive his appearance.
In a statement, the Patriots acknowledged the incident and confirmed they are cooperating with the investigation. The NFL is also aware of the situation but has refrained from further comment.
Peppers, a team captain, did not participate in the Patriots’ 15-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday due to a shoulder injury. Coach Jerod Mayo mentioned that the team is still gathering information and has informed the NFL of the circumstances. Mayo stated, “We don’t know enough to say he shouldn’t be in the building,” indicating that Peppers is currently allowed at team facilities.
Peppers signed a three-year, $24 million contract extension in July.