TAMPA, Fla. — A judge set Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold's bond at $1 million during a pretrial detention hearing in Tampa on Monday.
Arnold is facing several charges: three counts of kidnapping, three counts of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit kidnapping and conspiracy to commit armed robbery.
The charges stem from what prosecutors describe as a revenge-motivated kidnapping and robbery.
According to court records, just days before the suspected attack, Arnold reported more than $250,000 in cash, jewelry, luxury bags, and other valuables stolen from an Airbnb he rented in Largo.
Investigators say Arnold believed three men were responsible for the theft. But after reviewing the evidence, Tampa Police say detectives determined the men had no involvement.
However, prosecutors claim Arnold helped coordinate a plan to lure the three victims to an apartment in Tampa, where armed suspects hiding in a bedroom closet ambushed them. Investigators say the victims were beaten, held at gunpoint, robbed and forced to leave the apartment.
WXYZ-TV's sister station, Tampa Bay 28, was in the Hillsborough County courtroom on June 29. The judge said Arnold will surrender his passport and he will be allowed to travel for only work or legal appointments.
Last week, the following statements were issued from Arnold's team and the Detroit Lions:
Arnold's team:
"Terrion Arnold categorically denies any involvement in the matters underlying the allegations made against him and maintains his innocence. "There is no credible evidence linking Mr. Arnold to these allegations. Instead, the government appears to be relying on testimony from multiple convicted felons who have admitted their own involvement and may have substantial incentives to shift blame in an effort to lessen their sentences. "Mr. Arnold looks forward to his day in court and is confident that the judicial process will lead to his ultimate vindication."
The Detroit Lions' statement:
“We are aware of the legal situation regarding Terrion Arnold. We will not comment at this time out of respect for the ongoing legal process.”
