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A University of Maine football player was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct, assault and failure to submit to arrest Friday morning at Curva Ultra Lounge on Park Street in Orono, according to The Bangor Daily News.
Junior strong safety Jerron McMillian, a Hillside, N.J. native, was taken to Penobscot County Jail around 1:35 a.m. after a purported scuffle with police at the club. The BDN reported that he was released on bail later in the day and is due in court at the Penobscot Judicial Center on Jan. 6, 2011.
The BDN reported that Orono police Sgt. Scott LaJoie, who was in the establishment’s parking lot at the time, saw a confrontation and called officers for assistance. McMillian and a man with blood on his face were arguing, but the latter said no assault took place and did not want to press charges. When LaJoie questioned that man, McMillian reportedly walked away.
Officer Stephen Marko then stepped in front of McMillian, who allegedly yelled at and pushed the officer. Other officers then attempted to arrest the athlete, saying they would taser him if necessary.
McMillian allegedly submitted, but then rolled over, stood up, pushed another officer and ran away. He was arrested by LaJoie after slipping on wet grass, according to the article.
Citing UMaine spokesman Joe Carr, the BDN article stated that the case will be addressed by Athletic Director Steve Abbott in the coming days. McMillian will also be referred to the Dean of Students’ office.
McMillian was a stalwart of the 4-7 Black Bears’ defensive unit and was recently named to the All-Colonial Athletic Association’s Second Team for his play this season. He recorded 58 tackles and eight passes defended, good for 14th and 10th in the nation, respectively.
Bangor Daily News