Gosder Cherilus Urinating Allegations Spark Controversy
Gosder Cherilus Urinating Incident Details
Former offensive lineman Gosder Cherilus urinating on a flight resulted in his arrest during a cross-Atlantic journey. Cherilus, aged 40, allegedly urinated on another passenger, prompting an emergency landing back in Boston.
Background on the Incident
On Sunday, police were called to Logan Airport around 2 a.m. after a Delta flight to Dublin had to return due to an unruly passenger. Cherilus was reportedly intoxicated and argumentative before the flight took off, leading to the alleged incident.
Legal Consequences
- Cherilus faces charges of interfering with aircraft operations.
- He pleaded not guilty to disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
- Released on a $2,500 bond following arraignment in East Boston District Court.
Cherilus' Statement and Career Overview
In a statement, Cherilus disclosed that he inadvertently took a sleeping medication, which resulted in his troubling behavior on the flight. He emphasized, “My actions do not represent my character”.
Gosder Cherilus was a significant player in NFL history, drafted in the first round by the Detroit Lions in 2008 and started 116 games over his nine-year career playing for the Indianapolis Colts and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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