Bodycam footage reveals arresting officer’s lack of interest in NFL star’s profession.
Bodycam Footage Shows Arresting Officer Unimpressed When NFL Star Mentions His Occupation
Body camera footage of New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave’s Monday arrest appears to show the star wideout attempted to use his occupation to get in good with the local police.
There was one problem for the officer who took the former Ohio State football star into custody: He didn’t care.
ESPN reported Olave, 23, was arrested in Kenner, Louisiana, on Monday on suspicion of reckless operation of a motor vehicle.
A complaint against the player alleges he was driving double the speed limit — 70 in a 35 — when he was pulled over while driving a Dodge Charger.
Police in Kenner say Olave was also weaving in and out of traffic.
As the Kenner Police Department put it, Olave was “observed traveling at the high rate of speed, recklessly maneuvering between lanes and around other drivers on the roadway.”
The department released footage of the player’s arrest on Tuesday afternoon that shows Olive exiting his vehicle just after 11 p.m. on Monday.
“Turn around,” the officer told him as the player was handcuffed.
As the arresting officer explained to Olive why he was pulled over and why he was being handcuffed, the 23-year-old made an unusual statement.
As he was informed he was going to jail, Olave expressed some remorse over his alleged dangerous driving.
“My bad, dawg. I play for the Saints, man,” he said as he was about to be placed into the back of a police cruiser.
It isn’t clear if Olive’s arresting officer is an NFL fan, but he definitely wasn’t impressed by the statement.
The officer shot back, “And?”
Throughout the remaining six minutes of the video police released, Olave never again attempted to name-drop his employer.
The young man is presumed innocent and doesn’t appear to be facing any kind of punishment he can’t afford to navigate.
Perhaps being so young and having the world at his fingertips made Olave feel invincible, which is understandable, given his age, wealth and fame.
But speed kills.
Speed doesn’t just kill those with lead feet but can also kill innocent people whose goals in life are not catches, yards and touchdowns — as the league should have stressed more to its young players following the tragic 2021 crash that saw then-Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs kill a 23-year-old woman in Nevada.
Ruggs was said to have been drunk and driving and going 156 mph in his Corvette just before he slammed into the back of Tina Tintor, who burned to death with her dog, NBC Sports reported.
A life was ended and a career was also cut short, as Ruggs is now an inmate in Nevada’s penitentiary system.
Thankfully, Olave didn’t harm anyone Monday.
But it’s abundantly clear that the NFL’s young stars need to learn from the mistakes of their peers. Talented young men need to keep their speed on the field and the NFL should come down hard on Olave if it’s proven he indeed acted recklessly.
NFL players are supposed to represent their communities and they shouldn’t be out menacing them.
Monday was a perfect opportunity for Olave to learn a lesson.
Hopefully, he has.
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How did the officer respond to Olave’s attempt to use his profession as a professional football player to his advantage?
Succumb to the same fate as Henry Ruggs, but his reckless actions serve as a reminder of the dangers of speeding and irresponsible driving. While Olave may have tried to use his occupation as a professional football player to his advantage, the arresting officer remained unimpressed.
The bodycam footage released by the Kenner Police Department shows the encounter between the officer and Olave. As the officer handcuffed him, Olave expressed remorse for his alleged dangerous driving, saying, “My bad, dawg. I play for the Saints, man.” However, the officer’s response was simply, “And?”
It is unclear whether the arresting officer is a fan of the NFL, but his response clearly demonstrated that being a professional football player held no sway in the situation at hand. The officer’s indifference serves as a reminder that fame and wealth do not exempt individuals from the consequences of their actions.
Throughout the remainder of the six-minute video, Olave did not attempt to name-drop his employer again. It is evident that the officer’s response successfully conveyed the message that Olave’s occupation did not excuse his reckless behavior.
While Olave is presumed innocent until proven guilty, it is important to emphasize the dangers of speeding. Speeding not only endangers the life of the driver but also innocent individuals on the road. The tragic 2021 crash involving Henry Ruggs serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from reckless driving.
Ruggs, who was driving under the influence and at a speed of 156 mph, collided with another vehicle, resulting in the death of a 23-year-old woman. This incident not only claimed a life but also abruptly ended Ruggs’ career as he now finds himself serving time in Nevada’s penitentiary system.
The comparison between Olave and Ruggs highlights the importance of responsible driving and the potential consequences of one’s actions. It is essential for young players in the NFL and other professional sports leagues to understand that their fame and success do not absolve them from their responsibilities as members of society.
While Olave may have escaped the tragic outcome that befell Ruggs, the incident serves as a valuable lesson for all individuals, regardless of their occupation. Speeding is a dangerous behavior that can have severe and irreversible consequences. It is the responsibility of everyone, including
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