NBA star James Harden arrested in Houston for unlawful carrying of a weapon
Summary
NBA player James Harden was arrested early Saturday in Houston for carrying a gun illegally in his vehicle. He was released on bond and has a court date scheduled for Monday, June 22.Key Facts
- James Harden was arrested just before 5 a.m. in Houston on a charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon.
- The charge is a class A misdemeanor in Texas, which can carry up to one year in county jail.
- Harden was released on a $100 bond less than two hours after his arrest.
- The arrest involved an unholstered handgun found in Harden’s vehicle.
- Details about how police found the gun or where the arrest happened have not been released.
- Harden’s court appearance is set for June 22 at 9 a.m. in Harris County Criminal Court.
- Harden recently finished his 17th NBA season after his team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, lost in the Eastern Conference Finals.
- The Cavaliers are aware of the arrest and are gathering more information, but have made no further comment.
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