Adrian Peterson, former Vikings star, faces DWI charges in Minnesota
Former Minnesota Vikings star Adrian Peterson was arrested while impaired (DWI) early Friday morning after being pulled over by the Minnesota State Patrol for speeding in Richfield.
Adrian Peterson, the former star running back for the Minnesota Vikings, has been arrested in Hennepin County on charges of driving while impaired. The 40-year-old was reportedly stopped by the Minnesota State Patrol early Friday morning after being caught speeding in Richfield.
The arrest comes after Peterson made an appearance at the U.S. Bank Stadium for the Vikings' draft day the previous evening. Peterson's breath test revealed a blood alcohol concentration of 0.14, nearly twice the legal limit.
Former Viking star was arrested for driving while impaired (DWI)
Adrian Peterson, the former running back for the Minnesota Vikings, was arrested in Hennepin County for allegedly driving while impaired.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, who told 5 Eyewitness news, Peterson was pulled over at 3:20 a.m. Friday morning when a trooper stopped a vehicle speeding on southbound Highway 77 near 66th Street in Richfield.
The Hennepin County Jail Roster said, Peterson was arrested and booked into jail for fourth-degree driving while impaired, a misdemeanor charge.
The patrol indicated that Peterson was driving 83 mph in a 55 mph zone, and he registered a blood alcohol concentration of 0.14 during a breathalyzer test.
Local news reported that Peterson was in Minnesota on Thursday, making an appearance at U.S. Bank Stadium as part of the team's draft day party.
Moreover, the Hennepin County Jail reported, Peterson has been released from custody. Peterson's bail was set at $4,000. His next court appearance is scheduled for May 9 at 9:00 a.m.
Who was Adrian Peterson? Former Vikings star
Peterson was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2007 as their first-round pick, becoming an instant success on the field. His rookie year was an immediate success. Furthermore, Peterson spent ten seasons with the team.
During his career with the Vikings, Peterson earned a reputation as one of the greatest running backs in the NFL history.
He won the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award in 2007, made seven Pro Bowls appearances, was named NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year in 2012, led the league in rushing yards in 2008, 2012, and 2015.
Also, set an NFL record for most rushing yards in a single game with 296 yards in 2007.