What went down
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez ended up in an Indianapolis hospital early Saturday after an altercation that police say involved two adult men. Authorities later arrested Sanchez at the hospital on multiple misdemeanor charges, including battery with injury, unlawful entry into a vehicle, and public intoxication.
Current condition
Sanchez, 38, remains under medical care and has not been booked into jail, according to investigators. His representative described him as stable and recovering while receiving treatment.
Details of the incident
Police say the disturbance happened around 12:30 a.m. and involved a physical confrontation between two men who appeared to know each other. One person suffered what looked like stab wounds and the other had lacerations. Investigators noted the episode did not appear to be random and that both victims were not local residents. No names were released.
Why he was in town
Sanchez was in Indianapolis for work as a sports analyst ahead of the Colts vs. Raiders matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium. The game was scheduled for the following day.
Organizational response
The network Sanchez works for expressed gratitude to the medical staff caring for him and asked for privacy for him and his family while he recovers. They also passed along well wishes and asked the public to respect their request.
Legal next steps
Police said the investigation will be forwarded to the county prosecutor, who will decide whether to file formal charges.
Quick career snapshot
Sanchez was a first-round NFL draft pick out of USC in 2009 and went on to play for teams including the New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears. These days he is more often seen in the broadcast booth than on the field.
About this report
Report by Cara Tabachnick, a news editor who began her career covering crime and has written for a variety of national outlets. She focuses on justice and related issues and is reporting on this developing situation.
