Former Phoenix Suns Player Cameron Payne Arrested in Scottsdale
Former Suns guard taken into custody for failing to provide identification and giving false information to law enforcement.
Scottsdale, Arizona – June 14, 2024
Former Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne was arrested early Friday morning in Scottsdale and charged with refusing to identify himself and giving a false report to law enforcement. Payne was traded from the Suns in July 2023, and his arrest occurred near 68th Street and Chaparral Road in Scottsdale.
Incident Details:
Police Encounter and Charges:
According to the Scottsdale Police Department, officers responded to a disturbance call near 68th Street and Chaparral Road around 2:44 a.m. on June 14. Upon arrival, they made contact with two individuals, one of whom was later identified as Cameron Payne. During the encounter, Payne refused to provide his real name to the officers, which is a class 2 misdemeanor under state law.
"We can confirm that Mr. Payne was taken into custody and booked into jail for failing to provide identification and giving a false report to our officers," a police spokesperson said. "He has since been released pending further investigation."
NBA Career and Trades:
Cameron Payne, a former NBA player, was drafted 14th overall in the 2015 NBA Draft and has had a journeyman career. He has played for multiple teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder, Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, and most recently, the Phoenix Suns, before being traded in July 2023.
Legal Proceedings and Outlook:
Payne now faces legal repercussions for his failure to provide accurate identification and for giving a false report to law enforcement officers. The specific details of the disturbance that prompted the police response have not been released by the authorities, who cite an ongoing investigation.
This incident marks an unfortunate turn of events for the former NBA player, and the legal proceedings are expected to unfold in the coming weeks. Payne's representatives have not released any statements, and it is currently unknown if he has obtained legal counsel.
As the case develops, the public awaits further transparency from the Scottsdale Police Department and any subsequent statements from Payne's representatives.
Update: There are currently no further developments in the case as of June 15, 2024. Payne has not made any public statements, and the Scottsdale Police Department has not released additional information. More details will be provided as they become available.