TUSCALOOSA, Alabama – Isaiah Buggs, a defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs, surrendered to Tuscaloosa Police on Thursday following the issuance of arrest warrants on charges of animal cruelty. The allegations against him involve two incidents of second-degree animal cruelty, where starving and filthy dogs were discovered at a property he was renting in Tuscaloosa.
According to local reports, the authorities found a pit bull and a Rottweiler mix in distress on the back porch of the house Buggs had rented. The dogs were malnourished, neglected, and without access to food or water, leading to their seizure by the authorities. The pit bull had to be euthanized due to behavioral issues and failed treatment, while the Rottweiler mix tested positive for Parvo, a potentially fatal virus for dogs.
Apart from the animal cruelty charges, Buggs also faces accusations of pushing the Tuscaloosa police chief in a separate incident that occurred in April. The athlete was booked and released after paying a bond for each charge, with a court hearing scheduled for June 13th.
Robinson, Buggs’ agent, refuted the charges against his client, claiming that they are part of a larger effort to target Buggs’ hookah lounge business in Tuscaloosa. The agent highlighted that the dogs found at the property did not belong to Buggs and questioned the motives behind the city’s decision to press charges against the player.
In addition to the animal cruelty and assault allegations, Buggs was also involved in a confrontation at his hookah lounge, where he was arrested on misdemeanor charges related to business conduct. The series of legal issues involving Buggs adds to a tumultuous off-season for the Kansas City Chiefs, with several other players facing legal troubles and controversies.
Despite these challenges, Buggs remains a part of the Chiefs’ roster, having joined the team’s practice squad earlier this year. The ongoing legal battles and controversies surrounding the player raise concerns about the team’s image and the impact on their upcoming season. As the situation unfolds, Buggs’ future with the team and the resolution of the legal issues remain uncertain.