Malik Nabers encounters police after mistaken identity incident

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Malik Nabers encounters police after mistaken identity incident
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New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers was stopped by police on June 2 in Paramus, New Jersey. The encounter involved at least seven squad cars after a report of a person brandishing a weapon in a similar vehicle. Following an investigation, police determined it was a case of mistaken identity. Nabers was not arrested, cited, or found with any weapons and was allowed to continue on his way. The incident quickly drew attention on social media, with fans expressing relief that he was cleared.

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  • Malik Nabers was pulled over by police on June 2.
  • Police stopped him due to a mistaken identity report.
  • No arrest or citation was issued in the encounter.
  • The incident involved multiple squad cars responding.
  • Fans reacted positively upon learning he was cleared.
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  • 10:35 AMYahoo Sports“I Count 7 Squad Cars” Gaints’ Malik Nabers Pulled Over By Police, Incident Goes Viral (Watch)
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New York Giants‘ star wide receiver Malik Nabers had a run in with at least seven squad cars in the surrounding area. As a result of a torn ACL and a torn meniscus in his right knee, Nabers’ 2025 season was prematurely ended after only four games. Initially, he underwent surgery to repair the damage, […] The post “I Count 7 Squad Cars” Gaints’ Malik Nabers Pulled Over By Police, Incident Goes Viral (Watch) appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

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