Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman walks free- Felony weapons charges officially dismissed

🚨 Latest Update: Walks Free, No Charges

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has declined to pursue charges against Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman. He has been released from custody, and all felony weapons charges have been officially dismissed on3.com+15Los Angeles Times+15tmz.com+15.

According to his agent, Ron Butler:

“The charges have been dismissed, and we’re grateful the matter has been resolved. At this time, Denzel is focused on getting back to his family and teammates.” wdsu.com+7SI+7nypost.com+7yardbarker.com+1cbssports.com+1

His release occurred on Monday afternoon following his arrest on Friday night, and his previously scheduled court appearance for August 5, 2025, is now no longer necessary. SI+1Los Angeles Times+1

📌 Background Recap

• Perryman, 32, was arrested on August 1, 2025, during a traffic stop in Inglewood, California, for alleged vehicle code violations.
• Deputies discovered five firearms—including two non‑compliant AR‑style rifles prohibited under California law, plus three handguns—leading to felony weapons charges on3.com+15foxla.com+15apnews.com+15Los Angeles Times+6lafbnetwork.com+6SI+6.
• He cooperated fully with law enforcement and was booked without bail, initially held at the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station timesofindia.indiatimes.com+5wdsu.com+5the-sun.com+5.

🗣️ Statements & Team Response

• Perryman’s agent made clear that no further legal action would be taken, and that Perryman is now focusing on returning to family and the field Los Angeles Times+12yardbarker.com+12cbssports.com+12.
• Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, who visited Perryman in custody over the weekend, said Perryman remains in good spirits, reiterated his trust in him, and emphasized respect for due process. Harbaugh added: “He’s always done right… he’s got a beautiful family.” NFL.com+6Los Angeles Times+6cbssports.com+6

Original story:

On August 1, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s South LA Station conducted a traffic stop in Inglewood, California, pulling over Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman, age 32, for vehicle code violations Wikipedia+14ESPN.com+14CBS News+14.

During the stop, deputies discovered five firearms in his vehicle. Two of those were assault-style rifles, which California law classifies as non-compliant weapons. The other three firearms were handguns CBS News+4ABC7 Los Angeles+4Fox News+4.

Perryman reportedly cooperated fully with law enforcement throughout the stop and arrest process ESPN.comABC7 Los AngelesAP News.

He was arrested on felony weapons charges, booked at approximately 10:06 p.m., and is being held without bail at the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station NBC Los Angeles+12ESPN.com+12KSBW+12.

His court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Inglewood Municipal Court NFL.com+5ESPN.com+5Los Angeles Times+5.

📰 Statements & Legal Status

Perryman’s agent, Ron Butler, issued a statement emphasizing the ongoing collection of facts and cooperation with legal counsel and authorities. He described Perryman as a respected NFL veteran, teammate, father, and professional office said they believe the matter will be resolved aptly and fairly. No further comment has been provided at this time Wikipedia+12ABC7 Los Angeles+12The Sun+12.

The Los Angeles Chargers released a brief statement acknowledging awareness of the incident and confirming they are gathering more information Wikipedia+13ESPN.com+13AP News+13.

📈 Professional Background

Perryman was drafted in the second round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the then-San Diego Chargers out of the University of Miami. His career includes stints with the Chargers (first from 2015–2020, and since 2024 in his second stint), the Carolina Panthers, Las Vegas Raiders, and Houston Texans New York Post+4Wikipedia+4Reuters+4.

Entering the 2025 season, he signed a one-year contract with the Chargers worth $2.655 million, and was projected to be a starter in the inside linebacker group Reuters.

In the 2024 season, Perryman played 11 games (with starts in most), logging 55 tackles and one sack, despite missing six games due to a groin injury New York Post+2Reuters+2NFL.com+2.

Over his 11-year NFL career, he has appeared in 119 games (with 99 starts), accumulating:

• 717 total tackles
• 7.5 sacks
• 5 interceptions
• 3 fumble recoveries
• 14 pass deflections
• 4 forced fumbles ReutersWikipedia+1Reuters+1

He earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2021 while posting a career-high 154 tackles for the Raiders Reuters.

⚖️ Potential Implications

This marks Perryman’s first known felony arrest, though he previously served a three-game NFL suspension in 2023 for multiple infractions related to helmet contact while playing for the Texans Reuters+1New York Post+1.

The serious nature of the weapons violations, especially involving illegal assault rifles in California, puts him at risk of significant legal liability pending the Aug 5 court appearance New York PostNFL.comReuters.

From an organizational perspective, the Chargers have yet to make personnel decisions or public comment beyond affirmation that the incident is under review ESPN.comCBS News.

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