Former NFL star Le'Veon Bell was arrested in Ohio over the weekend.
The former All-Pro NFL running back was arrested in Canton, home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, according to the Stark County Sheriff's Office.
Bell, 34, was arrested with a warrant out for his arrest in Michigan. The former Pittsburgh Steelers star was arrested for alleged failure to pay child support payments. Bell's attorney told TMZ Sports that he's struggling to make the payments, which are based on his NFL salary, since he hasn't played in years.
Bell, who played in the NFL from 2013-21, allegedly owes well into the five figures in child support.
"Le'Veon allegedly owes more than $50,000 for child support. The child in question lives in Michigan ... which is why the Michigan Attorney General has the case," TMZ Sports reported.
"Le'Veon lives in California ... and just before his arrest, he was at an autograph signing in Canton, Ohio."
Details emerge from Bell's arrest
Bell, who made close to $50 million in career earnings during his time in the NFL, is hoping to plead his case with a judge.
"Shaffer tells TMZ ... Le'Veon earlier in the year used his entire $50,000 NFL pension to pay child support," the report adds.
"We're told Le'Veon intends on explaining his predicament to the judge ... but the judge will also be well aware that just last year, Le'Veon was ordered to pay $25 million as a default judgment after failing to appear in court for a 2024 sexual abuse case."
Bell last played for the Baltimore Ravens and Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2021.
