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UPDATEDx2: WWE’s Jack Swagger Arrested For DUI & Marijuana Possession

February 20, 2013 | Posted by Larry Csonka

UPDATE 2: The Sun Herald spoke with a spokesperson for the Biloxi PD who noted that Jack Swagger’s court date for DUI, marijuana possession and speeding is March 12th. The spokesperson noted that “He was released on a summons to an acquaintance who picked him up at the police station.”

UPDATED: TMZ has updated their story, noting that Swagger was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence after being pulled over for speeding. A search of the vehicle revealed Swagger was in possession of marijuana. Swagger was with DUI, marijuana possession, and speeding, which are all misdemeanors.

ORIGINAL: According to TMZ, WWE’s Jack Swagger was arrested last night in Mississippi. Swagger was leaving a Smackdown taping at Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi when he was pulled over for unspecified traffic violations.

He was taken in by local sheriff’s deputies and later released on his own recognizance. When reached for a comment, WWE stated the following…

“Mr. Swagger is responsible for his own personal actions.”

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