Houston Texans Safety Jimmie Ward Arrested Second Time on Family Violence Charges

Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward was arrested for the second time in two months after violating his bail conditions by testing positive for alcohol, a condition of his release following a June arrest related to a domestic dispute. Ward was initially charged with felony assault and family violence after his fiancée accused him of assaulting and choking her at their home, resulting in an emergency protective order against him. His lawyer clarified that the latest arrest was not due to new allegations but a sanction for breaching the zero-tolerance alcohol policy while on bond. Ward’s case is scheduled for court hearings in August, with his attorney expressing confidence in his eventual vindication and highlighting ongoing investigations into the complainant’s history. The Texans acknowledged Ward's legal troubles but have withheld further comment pending the legal process, with Ward currently not with the team. Ward, a 2014 first-round NFL draft pick, was in the final year of his contract with Houston and had been a significant part of their defense since signing in 2023.