The New York Giants have had a somewhat troubled offseason thus far, which was highlighted by the arrest of cornerback DeAndre Baker, who was accused of an armed robbery in Florida back in mid-May.
Now the team has additional problems to deal with.
TMZ Sports reports that Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas was arrested on Monday after an alleged hit and run in California.
Law enforcement officials say witnesses saw the 25-year-old — who made the Pro Bowl in 2018 — going around 100 MPH and driving erratically at around 8:25 a.m. in Chico, Calif., when he allegedly failed to stop at a red light.
Cops say he plowed straight into the side of a pickup at the intersection … but kept on driving, despite disabling the vehicle he struck.
Cops say Rosas’ black Chevrolet SUV broke down shortly after the crash … but claim witnesses saw the NFL player exit the ride and run.
Law enforcement officials tell TMZ Sports that they located Rosas near the crash site shortly after launching an investigation. By the time he was placed under arrest, Rosas, who admitted the SUV was registered in his name, was covered in blood from the crash.
“We are aware of the situation and have been in contact with Aldrick. We have no further comment at this time,” the Giants said in a statement.
Rosas has been charged with the hit and run as well as driving with a suspended license, while a DUI investigation remains ongoing.
Rosas is entering his third season with the Giants and is currently the only kicker on the roster. That will, of course, likely change due to the circumstances as Rosas now faces a potential suspension and more serious legal repercussions.
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