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NBA Superstar Carmelo Anthony was arrested on April 14, 2008 for suspicion of driving under the influence in Denver, Colorado.
He reportedly was pulled over for not dimming his lights and for weaving in the lanes. He then failed several sobriety tests and consented to a blood test. The results of those tests will not be available for several days.
The NBA will not exercise discipline until the results of the blood tests are returned.
Quotes "I'm here to man up to my mistake, just to let you know that I'm truly sorry for what happened and everything that's going on," Anthony said. "What happened Monday morning was truly and totally unacceptable."—Carmelo Anthony, ESPN.com
"It's kind of bad timing right now, due to the playoffs, due to our team's success," he said. "Once again, I just want to apologize."—Carmelo Anthony, ESPN.com
"I fully support my fiance, Carmelo Anthony, and stand by him through this ordeal. I will always have his back, and never refused to pick him up from the police station. In fact, they offered to bring him to me."—LaLa Vazquez, CW2
Fast Facts:
- Arrested on Interstate 25
- Pulled over for weaving in lanes and not dimming headlights
- Failed a series of sobriety tests
- Arrested and taken to police headquarters
- Consented to a blood test
- Released to a sober party
- Court date scheduled for May 14, 2008
- Apologized for incident at press conference on April 15, 2008
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NBA Superstar Carmelo Anthony was arrested on April 14, 2008 for suspicion of driving under the influence in Denver, Colorado.
He reportedly was pulled over for not dimming his lights and for weaving in the lanes. He then failed several sobriety tests and consented to a blood test. The results of those tests will not be available for several days.
The NBA will not exercise discipline until the results of the blood tests are returned.
Quotes "I'm here to man up to my mistake, just to let you know that I'm truly sorry for what happened and everything that's going on," Anthony said. "What happened Monday morning was truly and totally unacceptable."—Carmelo Anthony, ESPN.com
"It's kind of bad timing right now, due to the playoffs, due to our team's success," he said. "Once again, I just want to apologize."—Carmelo Anthony, ESPN.com
"I fully support my fiance, Carmelo Anthony, and stand by him through this ordeal. I will always have his back, and never refused to pick him up from the police station. In fact, they offered to bring him to me."—LaLa Vazquez, CW2
Carmelo Anthony DUI Questions
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How smart is Carmelo Anthony? 1 AnswerWorking iwth his reps, BDA Sports Management, he is building up lines of commercial endorsements and out-earning the athletes of the past by a mile!! On the o... read more -
Anthony Bourdains Fiction books? 2 AnswersYes, I read Bone in the Throat. It's a pretty far-fetched storyline but a decent read. He should probably stick to his tv job, but it's entertaining like his ... read more -
How many episodes of Carmelo's Way, featuring NBA star Carmelo Anthony, are there supposed to be? Is there any other places to watch them? 2 AnswersThis is when Carmelo's Way is airing http://television.aol.com/show/carmelos-way/10352397/upcoming You probably already have this but this is the Trailor for th... read more -
How much did WB pay Carmelo Anthony for that left shoulder tat? 1 AnswerNothing, evidently it represents his hometown of West Baltimore. Others suggest it means Warn a Brother. No money from Bugs Bunny was involved. read more
Fast Facts:
- Arrested on Interstate 25
- Pulled over for weaving in lanes and not dimming headlights
- Failed a series of sobriety tests
- Arrested and taken to police headquarters
- Consented to a blood test
- Released to a sober party
- Court date scheduled for May 14, 2008
- Apologized for incident at press conference on April 15, 2008
Carmelo Anthony Fast Facts:
- Born: May 29, 1984
- Birth Place: Brooklyn, New York
- College: Syracuse University
- 3rd overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft
- Height: 6'8"
- Weight: 230 lbs
- Number: # 15
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Carmelo Anthony DUI News
- CW2 (Denver): Police: Melo's treatment after DUI arrest not a violation of policy (April 17, 2008)
- Rocky Mountain News: Carmelo's impairment 'extreme,' investigating officers reported (April 16, 2008)
- ESPN.com: Nuggets Anthony apologizes after being charged with DUI (April 15, 2008)
- DenverChannel.com: Carmelo apologizes, says he wants to 'Man Up' to mistake (April 15, 2008)
- ESPN Video: Carmelo Anthony Apologizes after being charged with DUI
- Topix.net: Carmelo Anthony DUI
- Google News: Carmelo Anthony DUI
- National Post: Anthony arrested on DUI charge (April 14, 2008)
- Yahoo! News: Nuggets' Anthony nabbed on DUI suspicion (April 14, 2008)
- CW2 Colorado: Police Investigate Preferential Treatment in Anthony Dui Case (April 14, 2008)
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