LSU guard MiLaysia Fulwiley, a primary offensive engine for the ninth-ranked Tigers, was arrested Saturday night following an alleged high-speed pursuit in Baton Rouge. According to authorities, a police officer attempted to pull over the 21-year-old after observing her weaving through traffic. Fulwiley allegedly fled the scene, causing the right front side of her vehicle to strike a police car before she attempted to cut through a nearby store parking lot. Her escape ended only when responding officers blocked her path, leading to her immediate detention.
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The incident occurred while LSU’s football team was concluding a game against Texas in the sold-out, 102,00-seat Tiger Stadium, placing the basketball star’s legal troubles in stark contrast to the on-field celebration. Fulwiley was booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on multiple serious charges, including aggravated battery, flight from an officer, aggravated assault, and resisting an officer. The arrest was first reported by local station WBRZ TV before being confirmed by broader media outlets.
In response to the developing situation, the LSU athletic department issued a brief statement to The Associated Press, acknowledging their awareness of the incident. “University officials are aware of the situation and have no further comment at this time as it’s an ongoing legal matter,” the statement read. As the legal proceedings unfold, the incident raises immediate questions regarding Fulwiley’s eligibility and the broader implications for the Tigers’ roster during a critical stretch of the season.
Source: Yahoo Sports
