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UCLA Suspends QB Pierce Clarkson After Arrest on Unspecified Felony

UCLA cites university policy with a conduct review pending a scheduled Oct. 3 court appearance.

Overview

  • Clarkson, 21, was arrested by LAPD’s Southwest Division at noon on Sept. 5 and booked at the 77th Street station, according to sheriff’s records.
  • Jail records show bail was set at $30,000 and he was released after posting bond the same evening.
  • UCLA said Clarkson is indefinitely suspended from all team activities pending the legal process and a review by the Office of Student Conduct.
  • Authorities have not disclosed the alleged offense, and some local reports describing specific accusations remain unconfirmed by official records.
  • The redshirt sophomore transfer had not played this season and was not with the team for the game against UNLV in Las Vegas.