Former Detroit Lions preseason player Alexander Brown has been sentenced for his involvement in a 2021 wrong-way drunken driving crash that resulted in serious injuries. The incident, which took place in the early hours of June 2021, involved Brown driving his vehicle the wrong way on a freeway in Michigan. His actions led to a head-on collision with another car, causing life-threatening injuries to the other driver.
According to police reports, Brown had a blood alcohol content (BAC) significantly above the legal limit at the time of the crash. Investigators revealed that the former athlete was driving at high speeds when he entered the freeway going the wrong direction. The crash left the other driver with multiple injuries, including broken bones and a lengthy recovery process.
During the sentencing hearing, Brown expressed remorse for his actions, stating that he never intended to hurt anyone and that he had learned a painful lesson from the incident. “I deeply regret the choices I made that night,” Brown told the court. “I wish I could take it all back.”
Brown, who played as a defensive back in the 2021 preseason for the Detroit Lions before being waived, had his football career abruptly derailed by the incident. His legal troubles have further overshadowed any potential for him to return to professional sports.
The judge in the case emphasized the severity of the offense, noting that driving under the influence is a serious crime that puts countless lives at risk. Brown was sentenced to several years in prison, along with additional penalties, including the suspension of his driver’s license and mandatory alcohol counseling.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drinking and driving, and the irreversible consequences that can follow poor decisions made behind the wheel.
