Marcus Jordan, the 34-year-old son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, was arrested early Tuesday in central Florida on drug charges after police found his car stuck on railroad tracks.
Marcus was charged with possession of cocaine, a second-degree misdemeanor, and resisting an officer without violence, also a misdemeanor. He was arrested at 1:14 a.m. ET, booked at 6:03 a.m., and later released at 11:38 a.m. on a $4,000 bond, according to court records.
What Happened?
- Car Stuck on Railroad Tracks: Police in Maitland, Florida, found Marcus’s Lamborghini SUV stuck on railroad tracks with a commuter train just 10 minutes away. The tires were buried in dirt and rocks from spinning out.
- Fled from a Traffic Stop: Officers learned Marcus had fled from a traffic stop in a nearby county before getting stuck.
- Signs of Intoxication: Police said he had slurred speech, smelled of alcohol, and appeared confused.
- Cocaine Found: A bag of cocaine was found in his pants, according to the arrest report.
Marcus Jordan’s Background
Marcus is a former basketball player at the University of Central Florida (UCF). He has often been in the public eye due to his famous father but has mostly stayed out of major legal trouble until now.
When released from jail on Tuesday, Marcus refused to speak to reporters.
What’s Next?
Marcus Jordan will face court proceedings for the drug possession and resisting arrest charges. There has been no public comment from Michael Jordan regarding his son’s arrest.
This story is still developing as authorities continue their investigation.