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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen arrested for drunk driving

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen arrested for drunk driving
Summary

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was arrested early Sunday morning in Indianapolis on preliminary drunk driving charges. Police stopped the 34-year-old veteran around 1:00 a.m. after observing his vehicle parked in a restricted zone. Authorities stated that officers identified signs of intoxication during the investigation and subsequently booked him into the Marion County Adult Detention Center. Allen faces misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing endangerment. The team confirmed they are aware of the situation and are gathering additional information. Allen is potentially subject to disciplinary action under the NFL's personal conduct policy, though league investigations typically proceed after the conclusion of the legal process.

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Status Watch
  • •Keenan Allen was booked into the Marion County Adult Detention Center early Sunday morning.
  • •Police initiated the stop after discovering the vehicle in a no-parking zone.
  • •The receiver faces two misdemeanor charges related to operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
  • •The Indianapolis Colts stated they are currently gathering information regarding the incident.
  • •The NFL may conduct an investigation, potentially leading to a suspension under the personal conduct policy.
Latest Updates
  • 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Colts WR Keenan Allen addresses his arrest on suspicion of DUI
  • 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — Colts GM defends WR Keenan Allen after DWI arrest, say he will play in season opener: 'Give him some grace'
  • 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Colts expect WR Keenan Allen to play in season opener and are hopeful Alec Pierce also returns
  • 5:43 PMESPN — Colts expect Allen to play opener despite arrest
  • 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Keenan Allen expected to play Week 1 after OVWI arrest
  • 3:32 PMNBCSports.com — Colts GM Chris Ballard on Keenan Allen: Give him some grace - NBC Sports
  • 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — What Colts GM Chris Ballard said on Keenan Allen arrest
  • 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Colts GM Chris Ballard on Keenan Allen: Give him some grace
What they're saying
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The Indianapolis Colts expect receiver Keenan Allen to play in the season opener against the Baltimore Ravens on Sept. 13 despite his recent arrest and remain hopeful injured receiver Alec Pierce is also available. Allen was arrested early Sunday morning on drunken driving charges, and general manager Chris Ballard told reporters Tuesday the team dealt with the incident internally. "He’ll play, yes," Ballard said, noting the team does offer players rideshare services.

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was arrested Sunday on drunken driving charges. Allen, 34, was being held at the Marion County Arrestee Processing Center. The misdemeanor charges listed on the jail records were operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated and operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated — endangering person.

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INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen has been arrested on OWI charges. According to a public police report, the 34-year-old Colts wideout was arrested in downtown Indianapolis around 1 a.m. Sunday. He was preliminarily charged with ope…

— Fox 59by Justin Powell, Austin Hanson
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