Former Jaguars Pro Bowl linebacker Telvin Smith is facing a charge of unlawful sexual activity with a minor, according to multiple reports.
Smith was arrested Wednesday at his home in Jacksonville in a raid by sheriff's officers. Jacksonville television station WJXT showed Smith in custody.
Exclusive video of former Jaguars star Telvin Smith in custody at Duval County jail. He's charged with "unlawful sexual activity with certain minors." This comes after SWAT raid at his home earlier this afternoon. Live report on @wjxt4 at 6pm. pic.twitter.com/wShn0eaXj8
— Vic Micolucci WJXT (@WJXTvic) April 29, 2020
The Florida Times-Union reports Smith is in jail in Jacksonville on $50,000 bond.
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ESPN reported that Smith is accused of having sex with a 17-year-old girl multiple times in his house and vehicle last September and October.
The Jaguars said in a statement that they are aware of Smith's arrest but "unable to comment further," citing the ongoing investigation.
This is the second raid of Smith's home in about five months. Officers came to the residence the night before Thanksgiving with a search warrant, the Times-Union noted. Smith's vehicle was taken at that time. The November raid and Wednesday's arrest are related, WJXT reported.
From raid in November, when sources say investigation began. Should have copy of warrant tomorrow. https://t.co/lMlT4Xl4n5
— Vic Micolucci WJXT (@WJXTvic) April 29, 2020
Smith, 29, made the Pro Bowl in 2017 with Jaguars, who drafted him out of Florida State in 2014. He announced in 2019 that he would sit out the season. The Jags fined Smith $88,000 for missing minicamp and then placed him in their reserve/retired list before training camp.
