Former NFL defensive back Fred Smoot has been arrested in Virginia on a misdemeanor charge of failure to comply with support obligation. The arrest took place on Thursday, and Smoot was taken into custody at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center. As of Friday morning, he remains behind bars. Details regarding the arrest are limited at this time.

Smoot, known for his time with the Washington Commanders and Minnesota Vikings, was involved in the infamous “Love Boat” scandal during his tenure with the Vikings in 2005. He, along with several other players, faced allegations of lewd and disorderly conduct during a party on a boat.

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This is not Smoot’s first encounter with the law, as he has faced multiple arrests in the past, including in 2019 for failing to appear in court over minor traffic violations. Despite the off-field controversies, Smoot enjoyed a successful NFL career, playing nine seasons and accumulating 21 interceptions in 129 games.

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The 44-year-old’s recent arrest has once again put the spotlight on his legal troubles, reminding fans of both his on-field accomplishments and his off-field challenges. As the legal proceedings unfold, the football community will closely watch the developments in Fred Smoot’s case.