Former Bengals Star Adam 'Pacman' Jones Releases Statement After Latest Arrest

Former Bengals player Adam "Pacman" Jones released a statement on Saturday night following his arrest.

Jones was arrested in Northern Kentucky on multiple charges including assaulting an officer. He was placed into custody on Saturday morning.

"The recent arrest of Adam 'Pacman' Jones in Covington, Kentucky, is yet another example of overzealous policing and the systemic issues that plague our justice system. Adam did nothing wrong other than exercise his right to ask why he was being detained—a fundamental question that every citizen should be allowed to ask without fear of retaliation," Jones' representatives said in a statement courtesy of Jordan Schultz. "Initially, officers claimed he was being arrested for assault, then shifted to public intoxication (which, in itself, is not a crime in many jurisdictions unless it leads to dangerous behavior), and finally settled on disorderly conduct—simply for asking why he was being detained. This pattern of escalating and inconsistent charges is a clear abuse of authority and demonstrates a troubling trend of police officers prioritizing their own discretion over constitutional rights. Adam, like every American, is innocent until proven guilty. Yet, once again, his past is being weaponized against him in the court of public opinion, while the officers involved face no scrutiny for their conduct. The repeated mischaracterization of his encounters with law enforcement—often stemming from minor incidents—only reinforces the need for accountability in policing.

"Enough is enough. People should not be arrested for asking questions, and police should not be allowed to fabricate charges simply because they don’t like the tone of a conversation. This type of behavior erodes trust in law enforcement and undermines justice. Adam deserves fairness, not another headline designed to paint him as a villain for clicks. We call for a full and transparent review of this arrest, and we stand firm in the belief that no one should be treated as guilty before they’ve even had their day in court."

Jones was charged with second degree disorderly conduct, third degree assault on a police officer and alcohol intoxication in a public place according to Kenton County Jail Records. He's scheduled to appear in court on Monday, June 9 at 8:30 a.m.

Jones played in the NFL for 12 seasons, including eight with the Bengals. He also played for the Titans, Cowboys and Broncos.