Dillon Brooks arrested in Scottsdale on DUI charge
The Arizona Republic • • general
Key Points:
- Phoenix Suns player Dillon Brooks was arrested early March 6 in Scottsdale on suspicion of driving under the influence after being stopped for erratic driving.
- Police noted a strong odor resembling a dispensary in Brooks' car and arrested him following a field sobriety test for DUI and possible drug impairment.
- Brooks was booked and released from Scottsdale City Jail by 3:30 a.m., with potential charges pending review by the city prosecutor's office.
- The Suns acknowledged the incident and are gathering information but have not made further comments; Brooks has been out due to a fractured thumb.
- Brooks is the Suns' second-leading scorer, averaging nearly 21 points per game, and attended the team's recent loss despite his injury.
