Texans safety Jimmie Ward arrested on felony assault charge after choking allegation
Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward was arrested early Thursday morning on a felony assault charge following allegations of choking a woman during a domestic incident. Authorities in Montgomery County, Texas, confirmed Ward's arrest, which took place at 5:38 a.m. at his residence in Magnolia. The 33-year-old defensive back is currently being held without bond at the Montgomery County Jail.According to police reports, the incident stemmed from a disturbance at Ward's home. While details have not yet been made public, the felony classification of the charge indicates a serious accusation under Texas law, particularly if it involves bodily injury or the use of force such as choking, which can escalate charges to an aggravated level.The Houston Texans organization issued a brief statement in response to the arrest: "We are aware of the situation involving Jimmie Ward. We are currently gathering information […]
