TMZ has updated their story, noting that Jack Swagger was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence after being pulled over for speeding. A search of the vehicle revealed Swagger was in possession of marijuana.
Swagger was charged with DUI, marijuana possession, and speeding, which are all misdemeanors. You can click here to view his mugshot.
The following is from TMZ.com:
WWE star Jack Swagger was arrested last night in Mississippi, TMZ has learned — after allegedly driving under the influence … with pot in his car.
Sources close to the situation tell TMZ, Swagger — real name Jacob Hager — was leaving a “Smackdown” taping at Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi when he was pulled over for speeding.
According to law enforcement, the officer who pulled him over determined Swagger was driving under the influence — and a search revealed Swagger was in possession of marijuana.
We’re told Swagger — a former WWE World Heavyweight champ — was taken in by local sheriff’s deputies … and later released on his own recognizance.
He has been charged with DUI, marijuana possession, and speeding — all misdemeanors.
We reached out to WWE, who tells TMZ, “Mr. Swagger is responsible for his own personal actions.”
