Chad Johnson
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Chad Johnson was arrested Saturday night at his home in Davie and faces a domestic violence charge, police said.
His bond was set at $2,500 Sunday, records show. He is expected to be released from jail soon.
On Saturday, Johnson and his wife went out for dinner when she found a receipt for a box of condoms in his car, said Davie Police spokesman Capt. Dale Engle. They then got into an argument and it got heated, he said. When they returned home, she claims that he headbutted her, Engle said.
Johnson claimed his wife leaned forward and they bumped heads, Engle said. She was treated on scene and was transported to the hospital.
Johnson was arrested sometime between 8:30 p.m. and 9 p.m., and he faces a domestic violence charge of simple battery, Engle said.
Johnson's attorney, Adam B. Swickle did not immediately return calls seeking comment Sunday.
"We are aware of the situation and are in the process of gathering all the relevant information," said Dolphins spokesman Harvey Greene in an email statement.
The often controversial Johnson, who signed with the Dolphins on June 11, spent most of last season in a reserve role with the New England Patriots after 10 seasons and six pro bowl selections with the Cincinati Bengals.
