New Orleans Saints wide receiver, Michael Thomas, was arrested on Friday night due to misdemeanor charges relating to simple battery and criminal mischief, according to Kenner, Louisiana police. The arrest appears to be linked to an incident with a construction worker in Thomas’ neighborhood. Reports suggest that Thomas felt aggrieved over where the contractor was working which led to an altercation. The worker claims that Thomas pushed and threatened him, prompting a complaint that subsequently led to the player’s arrest around 7 p.m.

Thomas, a standout player in the NFL, is renowned for a marked record-setting start to his career. The shocking development of his arrest contrasts with his typically composed demeanor exhibited on the field. It’s worth noting that as the legal process unfolds, the preciseness of the events leading to Thomas’ arrest remains unclear. However, one fact is certain, these allegations cast a shadow over his reputation and have the potential to impact his future with the New Orleans Saints.