Cleveland Browns Release Lonnie Phelps Following DUI Arrest and Restaurant Crash
The defensive end faces charges after driving his SUV into a Key West restaurant, causing extensive damage.
- Phelps was arrested in Key West, Florida, on DUI charges after crashing his SUV into the Red Shoe Island Bistro.
- The crash caused an estimated $300,000 in damages, but no injuries were reported as the restaurant was closed at the time.
- Phelps and his female passenger appeared intoxicated and were uncooperative with police, refusing breathalyzer tests.
- The Browns waived Phelps following the incident, which occurred after he spent the 2023 season on the practice squad.
- Phelps has a court appearance scheduled for July 2 to address the charges.
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