NFL veteran Shaq Mason is facing serious legal trouble after being arrested Wednesday morning in Franklin, Tennessee, following a violent incident involving the mother of his child.
Allegations Detail a Brutal Confrontation 💥
Court documents obtained by TMZ Sports reveal that Mason allegedly broke into the woman’s home around 3:11 AM, entered her bedroom, and choked her. The documents state he then punched her in the mouth before reportedly saying he intended to kill her.
Police officers noted a fresh laceration on the woman’s bottom lip during questioning. Mason also allegedly sent the woman a selfie accompanied by a threatening text: “Im gonna kill you.”
As of late Wednesday, Mason remains in police custody, with a court hearing tentatively scheduled for October.
Charges and Arrest Details ⚖️
The Franklin Police Department confirmed Mason was apprehended after the early-morning incident, initially during a traffic stop. He faces multiple charges, including:
- Aggravated assault
- Aggravated burglary
- Harassment
- Driving on a suspended license
Bond has been set at $150,000, though records indicate Mason is still behind bars.
Mason’s NFL Career 🏈
Mason, 31, was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL Draft, blocking for Tom Brady during two Super Bowl-winning campaigns. He later reunited with Brady in Tampa Bay for the 2022 season.
In 2023 and 2024, Mason started 32 games for the Houston Texans, but he was released by the team in March and is currently a free agent.
This story is developing, and more updates are expected as the investigation continues.
