Frisco, Texas, December 19, 2025
Myles Jack, a former NFL linebacker, was arrested in Frisco, Texas, after reportedly discharging a firearm during a welfare check at his home. Police responded to a welfare concern and heard gunshots coming from inside. Following the incident, Jack was apprehended following a fall from a window and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. He faces felony and misdemeanor charges related to the firearm incidents, and an investigation is ongoing.
Frisco, Texas
Former NFL linebacker Myles Jack was arrested in Frisco, Texas, on December 16, 2025, after allegedly discharging a firearm during a welfare check at his residence.
At approximately 5:40 a.m., Frisco police responded to a welfare concern at a home in the 2400 block of Haft River Road. Upon arrival, officers heard gunshots from inside the residence. A perimeter was established, and nearby homes were evacuated for safety. During the incident, officers observed a second-story window break, and a man, later identified as 30-year-old Myles Jack, climbed out and fell to the ground. Jack was taken into custody shortly after 7 a.m. and transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries sustained from the fall. No one else was found inside the home. Jack faces charges of deadly conduct—discharge of a firearm, a third-degree felony, and discharge of a firearm in certain municipalities, a Class A misdemeanor. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
Jack, a former linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers, retired from the NFL in 2023. In October 2023, he and his mother, LaSonjia Jack, became the first Black majority owners of a professional hockey franchise by purchasing the ECHL’s Allen Americans.
The Frisco Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident. No further information has been provided at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What charges is Myles Jack facing?
Myles Jack is facing charges of deadly conduct—discharge of a firearm, a third-degree felony, and discharge of a firearm in certain municipalities, a Class A misdemeanor.
What happened during the welfare check?
During the welfare check, Frisco police heard gunshots from inside the residence. A perimeter was established, and nearby homes were evacuated. Officers observed a second-story window break, and Myles Jack climbed out and fell to the ground. He was arrested shortly after and taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
What is Myles Jack’s background?
Myles Jack is a former linebacker who played for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers. He retired from the NFL in 2023. In October 2023, he and his mother, LaSonjia Jack, became the first Black majority owners of a professional hockey franchise by purchasing the ECHL’s Allen Americans.
Is the investigation ongoing?
Yes, the Frisco Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident. No further information has been provided at this time.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Frisco, Texas |
| Incident Date | December 16, 2025 |
| Charges | Deadly conduct—discharge of a firearm (third-degree felony), discharge of a firearm in certain municipalities (Class A misdemeanor) |
| Injuries | Non-life-threatening injuries from a fall |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing |
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