Written by AARON CASTREJON | CityWatch Editor LA VERNE - Police reportedly pursued a reported ex-NFL player after he allegedly forced his way into his former girlfriend’s home, robbed and threatened to kill her Sunday.
La Verne Police identified the man as 33-year-old Brandon Browner, a Pomona man that CBS2 news further identified as a former National Football League cornerback. Officers responded to a home after the victim reported her ex-boyfriend forced his way in through a locked window. He physically prevented the victim from fleeing the home, La Verne Police said. Browner reportedly physically harmed and threatened to kill the victim, taking a $20,000 Rolex watch in the process, La Verne Police said. A La Verne Police press release provided details of the initial call, but neglected to provide details on a reported pursuit Browner led officers on into Azusa, where he surrendered on the 210 freeway at Azusa Avenue. Azusa Police Sergeant Jorge Sandoval said officers responded around 3:20 p.m. to assist with blocking traffic during a La Verne Police high-risk traffic stop. Officer Elizabeth Kravig of the California Highway Patrol said CHP officers also assisted with traffic control A La Verne Police supervisor was unavailable to provide further details. Browner last played with the New Orleans Saints in 2015. He re-joined the Seattle Seahawks in 2016 as an off-season or practice squad member. He previously played with Seattle from 2011 to 2013. Browner first joined American football in 2005 when he signed with the Denver Broncos. Browner has also played for the Calgary Stampeders Canadian Football team and New England Patriots. Browner is a two-time Super Bowl Champion, winning XLVIII with the Seahawks in 2013 and winning Super Bowl XLIX in 2014 with the Patriots. Browner is being held at the La Verne jail where he was booked on felony charges. Los Angeles County booking information is not yet available. |
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