Patrick Mahomes Sr. Arrested for Probation Violation
In Tyler, Texas, law enforcement has taken 55-year-old Patrick “Pat” Mahomes Sr. into custody following a probation infringement related to a past driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction. As per police reports, the father of Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes was apprehended on Tuesday during a routine appointment with his probation officer, which was initiated after a warrant was issued for his probation violation. He is currently detained at Smith County Jail and remained there as of Wednesday morning. His legal representative has yet to respond to inquiries from The Associated Press regarding the case.
Background on DWI Conviction
In August 2024, Mahomes Sr. accepted a guilty plea for a DWI incident, resulting in a five-year probation order. Recent reports indicated that on January 1, 2025, there was a concerning spike in alcohol consumption detected by his ankle monitor, prompting the probation violation. Mahomes Sr. had previously faced legal troubles regarding DWI, with arrests dating back to February 2024, shortly before his son led the Chiefs to secure their second consecutive Super Bowl title against the San Francisco 49ers.
Legal History and Career
Furthermore, records from Smith County Jail reveal a history of multiple DWI arrests for Mahomes Sr., a distinction he holds alongside his notable former career as a professional baseball player, having pitched for six Major League Baseball teams during an 11-year span that concluded in 2003.
