Tony Romo received open container citation following Wisconsin arrest: Authorities
Former NFL quarterback Tony Romo was arrested in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle under the influence. He faces three citations, including open container and unsafe passing, and is scheduled for a court appearance in September.
Why it matters
The incident involves a high-profile public figure and raises questions regarding legal accountability and public conduct.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo received a citation for possessing an open container in a moving vehicle in connection with his arrest in Wisconsin last week.
Romo was arrested near the Marquette Interchange in downtown Milwaukee on July 23 on suspicion of operating while under the influence, according to an arrest-detention report from the sheriff's office.
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released body camera footage of Romo's arrest and sobriety test earlier on Wednesday.
Romo was issued three citations in connection with the incident -- operating while under the influence, unsafe passing, and possession of an open container in a moving vehicle -- which were obtained by ABC News on Wednesday, pursuant to a public records request.
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