Arike Ogunbowale Arrested on Battery Charge After Unrivaled Victory
Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale was arrested in Miami in the early hours following her team’s victory in the Unrivaled championship. The incident occurred at approximately 4:20 a.m. outside the E11EVEN nightclub, where Ogunbowale allegedly punched a man in the face, leading to charges of misdemeanor battery against her.
Details of the Incident
According to police records from Miami-Dade County, Ogunbowale’s actions resulted in the man falling to the ground. Video footage from the nightclub reportedly corroborates his account of the events.
Reactions from the League and Team
An Unrivaled spokesperson stated, “The league is aware of an incident involving Arike Ogunbowale and we are in the process of gathering additional information.” They confirmed that they are in contact with Ogunbowale and her representatives.
Similarly, the Dallas Wings issued a statement acknowledging the incident. They said, “The Wings are aware of an incident involving Arike Ogunbowale and are in the process of gathering more information.” Further communication will be made once they have more details.
Ogunbowale’s Achievements
- Four-time WNBA All-Star
- Two-time WNBA All-Star Game MVP
- Scored 19 points in the Unrivaled championship final
Ogunbowale was reportedly celebrating her team’s championship win when the incident occurred. This arrest has brought significant attention to her both off and on the court.
