Crime & Justice
Antonio Brown accepts plea deal to avoid prison in Miami attempted murder case
September 23, 2026 at 08:57 PM
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Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown will plead guilty to aggravated assault and serve probation, ending his attempted murder case.
- Mark Eiglarsh, Brown's attorney, announced the plea deal, which reduces the charge to aggravated assault and spares the ex-player prison.
- Brown is scheduled to appear in court next week to finalize the deal, after facing up to 30 years in prison if convicted.
- Alleged victim Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu said through his attorney that he forgave Brown and withdrew from the prosecution.
- Eiglarsh said the terms include probation only, with no jail, house arrest, or community service, requiring Brown to stay away from the victim.

