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Dolphins' Tyreek Hill detained hours before game vs Jaguars

By Ryan Gaydos and FOX 13 News Staff
Published  September 8, 2024 11:52am EDT
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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. - Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill appeared to be detained by police on Sunday morning just hours before the team was set to host the Jacksonville Jaguars to start the season.

Videos on social media showed Hill in handcuffs with several police officers around him. Other photos showed Hill on the sidewalk with the stadium in the background. Hill was seen in gray sweatpants and a white tank top.

Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told ESPN that the star NFL player was detained by police over an alleged driving violation.

"I just left Tyreek and he is getting ready to play today," Rosenhaus.

Rosenhaus didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital.

Miami released a statement.

TAMPA, FL - AUGUST 23: Tyreek Hill #10 of the Miami Dolphins stands on the sidelines during an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on August 23, 2024 in Tampa, FL. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images

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"This morning, WR Tyreek Hill was pulled over for a traffic incident about one block from the stadium and briefly detained by police," the team said on X. "He has since been released. Several teammates saw the incident and stopped to offer support. 

"Tyreek and all other players involved have safely arrived to the stadium and will be available for today’s game."

Miami-Dade Police director Stephanie V. Daniels released two statements on Sunday afternoon.

According to Daniels, she requested an immediate review of "all details surrounding the incident." She also said body camera footage would be reviewed.

In a second statement, Daniels said:

"Following the incident involving Treek Hill, I have initiated an Internal Affairs investigation to ensure a thorough review of the matter. One of the officers involved in the incident has been placed on administrative duties while the investigation is conducted," said Daniels. "I'm committed to transparency and accountability to the community with any situation involving my officers."

The five-time All-Pro is looking to build upon a fantastic 2023 season. He was garnering MVP attention through most of last season. He finished the year with 119 catches for 1,799 receiving yards and 13 touchdown receptions. He led the league in receiving yards and touchdown catches.

Hill will be in his third season with the Dolphins but Miami is still looking for that elusive playoff victory. Miami has not won a playoff game since the 2000 season – an AFC Wild Card victory over the Indianapolis Colts.

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