An unidentified New York Jets player was robbed at gunpoint last weekend near his home in New Jersey, ESPN reported Friday. The player was followed on Saturday morning from New York City to Morristown, N.J., where a witness reportedly saw the incident unfold.
According to the report, the player was driving from New York City to his home in Morristown when he noticed he was being followed. The suspect, who has not been identified, allegedly tailed the player from the city to his neighborhood, where the robbery occurred.
Details of the incident are still emerging, but it is believed that the player was approached by the suspect, who brandished a gun and demanded that the player hand over his valuables. The player, who has not been named, reportedly complied with the suspect's demands and was not injured during the incident.
The Morristown police department is investigating the robbery and is reviewing surveillance footage from the area to identify the suspect. The Jets organization has not commented on the incident, citing the player's right to privacy.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of NFL players, particularly in the New York City area. The Jets player is the latest in a string of athletes to be targeted by criminals in recent years.
The NFL has taken steps to increase security for its players, including providing training on how to protect themselves and their families from potential threats. However, the incident highlights the ongoing risks that players face, both on and off the field.
As the investigation into the robbery continues, the Jets player is expected to cooperate fully with the authorities. The incident is a sobering reminder of the dangers that athletes can face, even in their everyday lives.
The Jets are set to begin their offseason training program in the coming weeks, and it is unclear whether the player will participate. The team has not commented on the player's status, but it is likely that he will be given time to focus on his personal well-being following the traumatic incident.