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Derrick Ward have to take responsibility! The American began his professional career as a footballer a good 15 years ago. He then played for the New York Jets, the New York Giants and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played as a running back in the NFL. He has been retired from football since 2012. However, over ten years later, he is making headlines again – because Derrick is accused of having committed several robberies!
This is reported by TMZ, among others. Accordingly, the former Super Bowl winner was arrested in Los Angeles this week – the accusation: Derrick is said to have robbed several businesses, including gas stations, and stole money. He is not said to have used a weapon, but he is said to have threatened the employees.
Sitting after arrest Derrick still in custody. The former athlete could be released on bail of $250,000 – but this has not yet been paid. Some fans are already speaking out for him online. “I hope he gets help!” writes a user on X.
![Derrick Ward, former NFL star](https://content4.promiflash.de/article-images/video_480/derrick-ward-ehemaliger-nfl-star.jpg)
![Derrick Ward in December 2009](https://content5.promiflash.de/article-images/video_480/derrick-ward-im-dezember-2009.jpg)
![Derrick Ward in Los Angeles, May 2011](https://content1.promiflash.de/article-images/video_480/derrick-ward-in-los-angeles-mai-2011.jpg)