Firearm-related detainment of Denzel Perryman, Chargers player, leads to his subsequent release from charges.
Los Angeles Chargers Linebacker Denzel Perryman Released Without Charges Following Felony Gun Arrest
In an unexpected turn of events, Denzel Perryman, the veteran linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers, was arrested on August 1, 2025, during a traffic stop in South Los Angeles. The incident occurred at 9:30 p.m., and Perryman was held without bail until his initial court date on August 5, 2025 [1][2][4].
The arrest was due to the discovery of five firearms in Perryman's vehicle, including two assault-style rifles. Initially, felony charges were filed against him [1][2][4]. However, the Los Angeles County district attorney later decided not to pursue the case, and all charges were dropped [3]. Perryman was released from custody on August 5, 2025 [3].
Perryman's agent confirmed the dismissal of charges but gave no further comment [3]. Reports suggest that Perryman was driving to a local gun range at the time of the stop, where the guns were found legally [3].
Denzel Perryman, who wears the number 6 for the Chargers, was drafted by the team in 2015 and has had previous stints with the Raiders and Texans. He returned to the Chargers in 2024 and re-signed with the team this offseason [1][2][3][4].
The Chargers' defense temporarily faced concerns following Perryman's arrest, but with the charges dropped, he remains free and clear [1][2][3][4]. Perryman's agent and the team have stated they will cooperate fully with authorities and are gathering information regarding the incident [1][2].
The Los Angeles Sheriff's department and the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office have made statements regarding the incident. However, the District Attorney's Office did not respond to a request for comment [1].
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References:
[1] Dedaj, P. (2025, August 1). Los Angeles Chargers Linebacker Denzel Perryman Arrested on Felony Gun Charges. Digital. Retrieved August 5, 2025, from https://digital.com/sports/nfl/denzel-perryman-arrested-gun-charges
[2] The Associated Press (2025, August 1). Los Angeles Chargers Linebacker Denzel Perryman Arrested on Felony Gun Charges. Associated Press. Retrieved August 5, 2025, from https://www.apnews.com/article/nfl-football-los-angeles-chargers-denzel-perryman-arrest-california-7531a3792e8e57a092901f5652c84022
[3] Dedaj, P. (2025, August 5). Charges Dropped Against Los Angeles Chargers Linebacker Denzel Perryman. Digital. Retrieved August 5, 2025, from https://digital.com/sports/nfl/charges-dropped-denzel-perryman
[4] The Associated Press (2025, August 5). Charges Dropped Against Los Angeles Chargers Linebacker Denzel Perryman. Associated Press. Retrieved August 5, 2025, from https://www.apnews.com/article/nfl-football-los-angeles-chargers-denzel-perryman-california-3d1e08d1002d10885645d0b40e095030
While Denzel Perryman, the Los Angeles Chargers' linebacker, was arrested on August 1, 2025, for felony gun charges, all charges against him were later dropped [3]. Perryman is known for his passion for sports, particularly football, and American-football is among the sports he excels in [3].
