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Chargers’ Denzel Perryman Released After DA Drops Weapons Charges

The District Attorney’s decision to decline charges means he can rejoin the Chargers’ training camp after a weekend detention on firearms possession allegations.

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Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh at training camp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Deputies discovered five firearms, including two assault-style rifles, during an August 1 traffic stop for vehicle code violations.
  • Perryman was booked on weapons violation charges and held without bail at the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station pending a court appearance.
  • District Attorney Nathan Hochman declined to file charges on August 4, and Perryman was released ahead of his scheduled Inglewood Court hearing.
  • Perryman’s attorney, Ron Butler, said he is grateful the matter is resolved and that the linebacker is now focused on his family and teammates.
  • Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh visited Perryman in custody and has pledged support as the veteran prepares to return to training camp.