Former NBA star Delonte West took an alarming mugshot after police recently arrested him.
TMZ Sportz reports he was arrested for violating the conditions of his release and resisting arrest.
Delonte West Found Unresponsive After Police Chase
According to the Fairfax County Police Department, West suffered a medical emergency after fleeing from police. Law enforcement arrested him on the morning of June 6 in Groveton, Virginia. They approached him to serve a warrant for violating the terms of his release. However, the 40-year-old had other plans and took off on foot. Police ran after him, but the former baller was able to shake them momentarily. The FCPD later found West “unresponsive.”
Police told the outlet, “Narcan was administered by officers but [it] did not have the desired effect.” Narcan is a medication that treats overdoses. They took Delonte to the hospital. The medication was administered again. It worked. Law enforcement exclusively told TMZ, “West was released from the hospital and transported to ADC.” He was booked for the misdemeanors at the Fairfax County Detention Center at 4:35 a.m. Delonte didn’t appear to be in his right mind from the looks of his mugshot. His eyes were low and unfocused. https://twitter.com/FoxNewsSports_/status/1799124162692448338
The former Celtic player reportedly posted a $2,000 bond on Thursday evening. He was released that same night, per ESPN. However, Delonte must appear in court on June 25 for violating phis retrial terms and drug possession charges.
Additionally, he must return on July 11 for the charges of resisting arrest and obstructing justice.
Delonte West’s Mental Health
West has been vocal about his struggles with bipolar disorder since he was in the NBA. Additionally, he is fighting addiction. ESPN reports several people extended help to West, including Mike Cuban. The Mavericks owner picked Delonte up at a gas station after photos of him panhandling at a Dallas intersection went viral. West entered a rehab center in Florida in 2021. Following his release, he began working at the facility but eventually relapsed. Delonte was a notable NBA player. He played eight seasons, averaging 9.7 points and 3.6 assists per game with the Boston Celtics. He concluded his professional career with Dallas in 2012. 
