Packers running back Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic abuse charges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:27 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested on May 26 in Hobart-Lawrence, Wisconsin. He faces multiple domestic abuse-related charges following a disturbance complaint from May 23. The charges include two felony counts of strangulation and suffocation, along with several misdemeanors. His attorneys stated that Jacobs denies the allegations and that the investigation is ongoing. The Packers organization has acknowledged the situation but is withholding further comment at this time.
- •Josh Jacobs arrested on May 26.
- •Charged with two felony counts regarding domestic abuse.
- •Authorities responded to a disturbance complaint on May 23.
- •Jacobs' attorneys assert he denies the allegations.
- •Packers have acknowledged the ongoing situation.
- 4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Green Bay Packers Star Josh Jacobs Arrested on Domestic Abuse Charges
"The running back was booked on Monday following a disturbance complaint reported last week.
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