Marcus Jordan, the 34-year-old son of basketball icon Michael Jordan, was apprehended in Florida following a high-speed pursuit with Seminole County sheriff’s deputies. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when Jordan was allegedly speeding in his blue Lamborghini.
The police report indicates that the incident began around 1 a.m. when deputies noticed Jordan’s vehicle moving at an excessive speed. The subsequent pursuit was captured on dashcam footage, during which Jordan reportedly failed to stop, leading the officers on a chase that ended when his car stalled on railroad tracks.
Upon reaching the vehicle, the officers reported a strong smell of alcohol. They also noted that Jordan displayed signs of intoxication, such as slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. Jordan, who seemed disoriented about his whereabouts, stated that he had taken a wrong turn.
Inside the vehicle, the officers found a passenger and a clear plastic bag containing a white powdery substance. The substance was later confirmed to be cocaine. Jordan confessed to having visited several establishments in Winter Park and Casselberry, including a gentleman’s club, where he admitted to consuming alcohol.
The police stated that Jordan refused to take a breathalyzer test and was uncooperative during the arrest, resisting officers’ attempts to place him in the patrol car. He was subsequently charged with DUI, possession of cocaine, and resisting an officer without violence.
Video footage later showed Jordan leaving jail after posting bond. He chose not to comment as he left, despite being surrounded by cameras. Marcus Jordan, known for his stint playing basketball at the University of Central Florida and his appearances on reality TV, is the second of Michael Jordan’s five children.
Records indicate that this is not Marcus Jordan’s first encounter with the law. He has previously entered a no-contest plea to charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. This recent incident adds another layer to his controversial public image, which stands in stark contrast to his father’s celebrated legacy.