Behind The Steel Curtain has confirmed from a source what CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora reported Wednesday evening, LeGarrette Blount was not charged in an arrest Wednesday involving both Blount and Le'Veon Bell.
Blount, according to the source, was allowed to leave the scene and joined the team in Philadelphia. Bell was taken into custody.
Radio host Colin Dunlap of 93.7 The Fan reported the story initially, and included Blount in the arrest. Further reports are now confirming Blount was not charged, which differs from the initial report. Dunlap would point to the police report, quoting Ross Township Police Detective Brian Kohlhepp, suggesting charges will eventually be filed. Bell was taken into custody for DUI while Blount was released.
.@btsteelcurtain @JasonLaCanfora I didn't dream up this conversation we had w Ross Police... pic.twitter.com/Ac0zhEm4mJ
— Colin Dunlap (@colin_dunlap) August 21, 2014
Bell was allegedly the driver, and was arrested for suspicion of DUI and marijuana possession.
The Steelers are playing the Philadelphia Eagles in their third preseason game Thursday. By all accounts now, Blount still may participate, and given what appears to be a pretty difficult situation for Bell, Blount may be the team's featured back for a bit.
He was signed this offseason, joining the team after stints with Tennessee, Tampa Bay and New England.