Tahaad PettifordA growing star of the Men’s Basketball Team of the University of Auburn, has been arrested by suspicion of a DUI.
According to Lee country arrest records Revised by Use weeklyPettiford was reserved at midnight on Saturday, July 12 to drive under the influence of alcohol. Later he was released with bail of $ 1,000 on the same day.
The United States has contacted representatives of Auburn University for comments.
Pettiford published his own statement on Saturday through Instagram, directing to his arrest.
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“Last night, I made a serious mistake and one who is responsible for myself,” he wrote in his Instagram stories. “My actions put me at risk to me and others, and that’s why I am deeply sorry. There is no excuse.”
He continued: “For my family, teammates, coaches and fans, I know I have failed you. I understand the disappointment and concern that this has caused, and I want you to know that I am taking it seriously. It is not who I am, and not who I will be.”
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Tahaad to Pettiford“I promise to learn from that moment and to make positive and significant changes in my life. I am grateful for the support and accountability of those around me, and I will work to regain the confidence I lost,” concluded Pettiford.
The arrest comes weeks after Pettiford retired from the NBA project in 2025. It was expected that the young athlete was drafted in the first round or first round.
At that moment, Said to espn He believes that the additional year at the university will help his future opportunities and allow him to take advantage of opportunities.
“I liked passing the process, receiving comments from the NBA teams,” Pettiford explained at that time. “Back to Auburn is a better situation for me. I see a higher choice next year. It wasn’t 100% this year, so I didn’t want to have this opportunity.”
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“Being a short guard, it will not be easy to play in the league, but I know I can do it. Maybe it’s not the right time,” he said.
Pettiford’s return to the program has been a welcome, Covert auburn informed In June, and the young athlete has become the team leader in a short time.
Pettiford promised 11.6 points and three assists for the tigers as a freshman. He also helped lead the team to the regular season of La Sec, as well as an appearance in the Final Four of 2025.
