Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is facing three charges following his July arrest in Milwaukee County, prompting a statement from his spokesperson.
"Tony accepts full responsibility for his actions and has taken proactive steps to ensure that this isolated civil matter is properly resolved," a spokesperson told TMZ, the outlet reported Aug. 27.
"We are working with local authorities to bring this matter to a close and we are communicating with CBS about next steps," the spokesperson added.
Romo, who was arrested July 23 on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, was formally charged Thursday, Aug. 27, with unsafe passing on the right, possessing open intoxicants and operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI), USA TODAY
reported, citing online court records.
Body camera footage released July 28 provided additional details about the traffic stop. The arresting officer said Romo was pulled over for "unsafe passing on the right" and "cutting across the gore." The unsafe passing allegation is among the charges filed against him.
Authorities also said an open container was found in the passenger seat of Romo's vehicle. Romo refused to take a breathalyzer test following his arrest, reported USA TODAY.
Romo is scheduled to appear in court Sept. 21, according to court records.
CBS previously placed Romo on leave following his arrest.
The 46-year-old Romo is the lead analyst for CBS' NFL coverage since 2017. Before that, he made four Pro Bowl appearances during a 13-year NFL career, entirely with Dallas. Romo is the Cowboys' franchise leader in career touchdown passes with 248 and is second behind Dak Prescott in passing yards with 34,183.
USA TODAY contributed to this story.
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