PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Steelers GM Kevin Colbert released a statement regarding the arrest of linebacker Anthony Chickillo.
“In regard to the recent incident involving Anthony Chickillo, we will continue to gather information, and we will fully cooperate with the NFL’s investigation,” Steelers General Manager Kevin Colbert said in a statement. “Any discipline involving the player will be determined after the gathering of further information from law enforcement and the League Office.”
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Chickillo was arrested on charges of simple assault, criminal mischief, and harassment
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