Xavier Worthy arrested: What we know about the Chiefs' WR’s criminal assault charge in Texas
The Chiefs player has been arrested. Here’s everything we know so far.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy has been arrested for assault against a family member in Williamson County, Texas.
The arrest involves the charge of assault by impeding breathing or circulation.
Various reports have emerged showing the wide receiver’s mugshot as well as the official documentation regarding his arrest.
Former Texas star WR and Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy was arrested Friday Night in Williamson County, TX.
— Will Kunkel (@WillKunkelFOX) March 8, 2025
Charges: Criminal charge of assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation. pic.twitter.com/AeRtGcXp74
Will Xavier Worthy go to jail?
The legal situation is still unfolding and more developments will come in time. Potential disciplinary action may follow but at the time of writing nothing is known.
At present, the Kansas City Chiefs have not commented on the situation. However, the story adds another dark chapter in recent wobbly times for the franchise.
Another Chiefs receiver, Rashee Rice, recently faced legal trouble due to his involvement in a multi-vehicle crash in Dallas.
Worthy played a huge part for the Chiefs in their run to the Super Bowl; in what was his rookie season, the youngster ran for 638 yards and racked up a total of six touchdowns.
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