NFL analyst, former Cowboys QB Romo arrested on suspicion of OWI
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and current CBS NFL analyst Tony Romo was arrested in Milwaukee on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence. Romo was released after booking and is scheduled for a court appearance in September.
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As a high-profile media personality and former professional athlete, Romo's legal issues draw significant public and media attention.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence. According to the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office’s arrest report, Romo performed poorly on field sobriety tests after getting stopped while driving south on Interstate 43 on Thursday. Sheriff’s officials said Romo was taken into custody, booked and released. He has a court appearance set for Sept. 21.
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