Adam 'Pacman' Jones Faces July 8 Hearing

Former NFL player Adam 'Pacman' Jones pleaded not guilty in a Kentucky court to charges of assaulting a police officer, public intoxication, and disorderly conduct after his June 7 arrest outside a Covington bar. Police claim Jones was intoxicated, caused a disturbance, and injured an officer by elbowing him during booking. Jones' attorneys argue he was unfairly targeted, assert that the escalation of charges reflects systemic issues in law enforcement, and state that the media and police have mischaracterized the case by using his past against him. Jones did not speak during his arraignment but later expressed confidence in his legal team. Authorities maintain that Jones is being held to the same standard as any other community member. A preliminary hearing in the case is set for July 8.