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Terence Crawford Cited for Reckless Driving Following Police Stop
9/29/2025, 1:46:42 AM
Incident Overview: Traffic Stop of Terence Crawford
On early Sunday morning, September 28, 2025, Terence "Bud" Crawford, the newly crowned super middleweight boxing champion, was pulled over by Omaha police and cited for reckless driving. The incident occurred shortly after a celebratory parade in his honor, which took place in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, to commemorate his recent victory over Canelo Alvarez. The traffic stop happened around 1:30 a.m. near 12th Street and Capitol Avenue, where officers reported observing a vehicle driving recklessly.
Details of the Traffic Stop
During the stop, police officers noticed a firearm on the driver's side floorboard of Crawford's vehicle. As a precaution, all four occupants were ordered out of the car at gunpoint. A member of Crawford's security team was also found to be carrying a legal firearm. According to police statements, all individuals in the vehicle were legally permitted to carry firearms. Crawford was subsequently cited for reckless driving, although the police report did not specify any particular driving violations, such as excessive speed.
Official Responses and Investigations
Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. and Police Chief Todd Schmaderer have both acknowledged the seriousness of the incident. Mayor Ewing expressed concern over the potential implications for police-community relations, emphasizing the importance of trust between law enforcement and the community. He stated, "I acknowledge the seriousness of what occurred and how trust between law enforcement and our community is important." In response to the incident, Chief Schmaderer has authorized an internal affairs investigation to review the circumstances surrounding the traffic stop.
Criticism and Community Impact
The incident has sparked discussions about police conduct, particularly regarding the use of force during traffic stops. Video footage of the stop, which has circulated on social media, shows Crawford exiting the vehicle with his hands raised, while a voice from inside the car states, "I'm not reaching for no gun." This has led to public scrutiny of the police's actions during the stop, especially given the celebratory context of the day.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Understand that my heart dropped in learning of this end to an otherwise wonderful day and evening celebrating our city’s world boxing champion.” — John Ewing Jr., Mayor of Omaha
- “Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer has pledged an internal investigation, which I support and want to be full and thorough.” — John Ewing Jr., Mayor of Omaha
What's Next
The internal affairs investigation will seek to gather all relevant facts and ensure transparency with the public regarding the findings. Both Mayor Ewing and Chief Schmaderer have committed to addressing any issues that arise from the investigation to maintain trust within the community.
Crawford, who turned 38 on the day of the incident, has not publicly commented on the traffic stop. The incident has raised questions about the treatment of high-profile individuals by law enforcement and the broader implications for community relations in Omaha.
