Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler was arrested in Franklin, Tennessee following a minor crash in downtown Franklin. Cutler, 41, was charged with driving under the influence, possession of a handgun under the influence, failure to exercise due care to avoid a collision, and implied consent. The incident occurred when Cutler allegedly rear-ended another vehicle and attempted to flee the scene after offering the other driver $2,000 not to call the police. Police noted that Cutler appeared to be intoxicated, refused to perform a sobriety test, and was found with a rifle and loaded handgun in his car.
After being taken into custody, Cutler was released on a $5,000 bond with conditions that he does not drive without an ignition interlock device or while under the influence. Cutler, who is best known for his NFL career with the Chicago Bears, was married to reality TV star Kristin Cavallari and appeared on the show “Very Cavallari.” They share three children together.
A representative for Cutler did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The news of Cutler’s arrest has sparked concern and debate among fans and followers, given his celebrity status and past success in professional football.
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