Kansas City Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice, a recently crowned Super Bowl champion, surrendered to authorities on Thursday following the issuance of an arrest warrant related to his involvement in a high-speed crash in Dallas last month.
Rice, aged 23, turned himself in to Glenn Heights police and was then taken to the DeSoto Regional Jail, confirmed the police department. Both locations are situated south of Dallas.
Representing Rice, Texas state Sen. Royce West stated that Rice surrendered himself to the police and was subsequently released on bond.
The Dallas police disclosed on Wednesday that an arrest warrant had been issued against Rice, accusing him of aggravated assault, collision resulting in serious bodily injury, and six counts of collision.
Rice was part of a group driving a Corvette and a Lamborghini at excessive speeds on March 30 on North Central Expressway in Dallas. The drivers lost control, leading to the Lamborghini hitting a median wall, triggering a chain reaction collision.
Following the crash, the occupants of both vehicles fled the scene without checking on the individuals in the four other vehicles involved, as per the police report.
West, Rice’s attorney, confirmed that Rice was the driver of the Lamborghini.
“I want to reiterate Mr. Rice’s consistent cooperation with law enforcement,” a statement from West’s office on Thursday read. “Mr. Rice acknowledges his actions and expresses his deep concern for those injured in the accident.”
“Our legal team is currently reviewing all legal documents,” West’s office added.
Rice issued an apology on Instagram last week, informing his fans that he was in contact with police investigators.
“I take full responsibility for my role in this incident and will continue to collaborate with the authorities,” Rice wrote. “I sincerely apologize to everyone affected by the accident that occurred on Saturday.”
The police investigation revealed that Rice and another driver, Theodore Knox, aged 21, were speeding in their respective vehicles. Knox also had an arrest warrant issued against him with similar charges to those against Rice.
As of Thursday, Knox was not in custody, according to the Dallas police.
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia stated in a release after the arrest warrants were issued that the investigation is ongoing and does not have a set timeline.
“This case is being handled with the same level of thoroughness and fairness as all cases, as that is what all victims deserve and what our city expects,” Garcia said. “An investigation does not adhere to a timeline. We will not be rushed; we will do what is just.”
Rice, a Dallas native, was drafted as a second-round pick to the Kansas City Chiefs last year at the age of 23. He was part of the team’s recent Super Bowl victory in February.
An NFL spokesperson stated on Wednesday that the league is monitoring the developments in the case.
Chiefs President Mark Donovan previously mentioned in an interview with Kansas City radio station KCMO that the team will respond appropriately as more information becomes available.
“In such situations, it is crucial to wait until all the facts are known, and at this point, we do not have all the facts,” Donovan remarked. “One comforting fact we do have is that despite the multi-car crash in Dallas, it appears that no one was seriously injured, for which we are thankful.”
