Overview
- Police arrested York after he drove to a meeting spot at the Wheat Hill Mobile Home Community in East Palestine, Ohio, following messages with an undercover advertisement that investigators say arranged payment for sexual activity on Sunday.
- The East Palestine Police Department released body‑camera footage showing officers handcuffing a surprised York as he told them he was “just driving,” footage that was obtained and published by national media outlets.
- Officers searched York’s rental vehicle and seized about $160 in cash and two mobile phones, and investigators say one phone received messages tied to the undercover operation.
- Prosecutors amended an initial prostitution charge and York pleaded no contest to misdemeanor disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools, receiving concurrent one‑day sentences credited for time served, $1,150 in fines, and forfeiture of the seized cash.
- The NFL confirmed it is reviewing the matter under the personal conduct policy, York did not attend the league owners meeting, the 49ers have limited public comment, and the league’s decision on discipline could affect the team’s leadership and reputation.