Colts receiver Keenan Allen arrested in Indianapolis on OWI charges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was arrested early Sunday morning in Indianapolis on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers stopped Allen shortly after 1 a.m. near the 100 block of South Meridian Street after observing his vehicle parked in a no-parking zone. Police reported noticing signs of intoxication during their interaction with the 34-year-old athlete. Allen now faces preliminary misdemeanor charges of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated with an ACE of.08 or higher and endangering a person. The Colts issued a statement acknowledging the incident and noted they are gathering more information. Allen, who recently signed with the team in mid-August, appeared in Saturday’s preseason game against the Lions. The NFL substances of abuse policy allows for potential fines or suspensions for such violations, though the league typically waits for legal proceedings to conclude before issuing discipline.
- •Keenan Allen was arrested early Sunday in Indianapolis on suspicion of OWI.
- •Police initiated a traffic investigation after seeing a vehicle in a no-parking zone.
- •Allen faces misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
- •The Colts said they are currently gathering more information regarding the incident.
- •The NFL policy for a first alcohol-related offense generally carries a three-game suspension.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Colts’ Keenan Allen Arrested on OWI Charges
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