BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Authorities say NFL linebacker Joey Porter has been arrested in
Bakersfield on suspicion of drunken driving and accused of assaulting an
officer and resisting arrest.
The California Highway Patrol says the
33-year-old player was confronted by officers early Saturday in a
fast-food parking lot.
Porter refused to provide his driver's
license and began to roll up his window when asked to leave the car.
Police say that when an officer reached to unlock the door Porter
slapped the officer's hand.
Porter eventually got out and complied
with orders, placing his hands behind his back. He and a passenger were
arrested.
The 11-year veteran recently signed
with the Arizona Cardinals. He also has played for Pittsburgh and Miami.