Former 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman said in a statement Friday that his mental health was a reason for his violent episode earlier this week and said he was determined to « get the help that. » I need ».
On Friday’s indictment in King County, Washington, Sherman pleaded guilty five times after being arrested at his in-laws’ home near Seattle earlier this week. The charges are: driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless endangerment of road workers, criminal trespassing, resistance to arrest and malicious mischief.
They are all offenses punishable by up to 90 days in prison or gross offenses punishable by up to a year.
“I deeply regret my actions on Tuesday evening. I acted in ways that I’m not proud of. I’ve had some personal challenges over the past few months, but that’s no excuse for my behavior. The importance of mental and emotional health is extremely real and I pledge to get the help I need. I appreciate all of the people who have supported me and my family, including our community here in Seattle. I am grateful to have such a great woman, family and support that I can rely on during this time. »
Sherman was arrested Wednesday after King County authorities said he attempted to break into his in-laws’ home. According to police, Sherman crashed his car at a construction site along a busy freeway east of Seattle before attempting to break into his in-laws’ home in the Redmond suburb. Sherman was reportedly drunk and upset that his children were taken away from him.
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On the audio of an emergency call, a woman who identified himself as Sherman’s wife said he was « drunk and argumentative » and threatened to commit suicide.
According to police, Sherman initially resisted the arrest before calming down during treatment at a nearby hospital. He was released without bail after a hearing on Thursday.
According to ESPN, King County attorneys and the sheriff obtained an « Extreme Risk Protection Order » for Sherman in February banning him from possession of guns after a judge determined he was a danger to himself or others depicted.
Sherman, who played for the Seattle Seahawks Legion of Boom, which helped win a Super Bowl in 2014, has been the defensive captain for the 49ers for the past three seasons. At 33, he is an NFL free agent who represents himself in negotiations.
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