Kadarius Toney Arrested for Allegedly Strangling Woman: Everything to Know
NFL wide receiver Kadarius Toney, once considered a promising talent, has found himself in the headlines for troubling reasons. The former Super Bowl winner was arrested in Georgia for allegedly strangling a woman in mid-January, leading to serious legal ramifications that could impact his NFL career.
Toney, who was previously acquired by the Kansas City Chiefs in a trade with the New York Giants ahead of the 2022 season, was released by the team before the 2023 season. He later signed with the Cleveland Browns but is not currently on an NFL roster. His future in the league now appears uncertain following a report from TMZ that surfaced on Wednesday.
According to the report, Toney was arrested on February 6, 2023, after a woman accused him of strangling her at his Georgia residence. The woman claimed that Toney applied enough pressure to her neck that she was unable to breathe. Authorities noted visible signs of injury, including red marks on the woman’s neck and petechial hemorrhaging in her eyes. Additionally, Toney is accused of preventing her from calling the police by taking away her phone during and after the incident.
The arrest was made following warrants issued on January 15, 2023. Toney was booked into the Douglas County jail on charges of aggravated assault by strangulation and obstructing or harassing 911 calls. Each of the charges carried a $25,000 bond, totaling $50,000 for the two offenses. As of now, Toney has not publicly commented on the incident.
Toney’s arrest has sparked concerns about his professional future. The wide receiver was drafted by the New York Giants in 2021 after a standout career at the University of Florida. He showed flashes of his potential in New York, impressing as a return specialist and wide receiver. His talents were enough to catch the attention of Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach, who traded for him in October 2022. Toney contributed to the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory that season, marking a high point in his career. However, Toney was cut by the Chiefs in the offseason, and his time with the Browns was short-lived.
With Toney currently a free agent, his legal issues have complicated any future opportunities in the NFL. The league could suspend him for violating its personal conduct policy, and an ongoing investigation could render him ineligible to play until its conclusion. Given his legal troubles, it’s unlikely any team will consider signing Toney until after his trial.
This arrest represents a major setback for Toney, who was once seen as a potential star in the NFL. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold, both legally and professionally, for the 26-year-old wide receiver.
