Elijah Pritchett, an offensive lineman on the University of Alabama football team, was reportedly arrested on Wednesday night for allegedly spreading an STI.
The 19-year-old has since been released on a $500 bond but charged with a Class C misdemeanor charge from the Tuscaloosa Police Department, Complex reported.
On Thursday, Pritchett was granted a youthful offender status, which allows offenders between the age of 18-21 to enter a plea for a lighter sentence.
After graduating high school, Pritchett was listed as a top OL prospect for fellow Southern institutions Florida State University and Georgia State University
He was redshirted in his first year but went on to play in all 13 Crimson Tide games this season. Earlier this month, he announced plans to enter the transfer portal but then had a change of heart.
“Transferring is not in my best interest. I apologize for any and all inconveniences. I’m 100% locked in. Roll Tide!”
It’s too early to say whether or not he will play in the game against the Michigan Wolverines in the College Football Playoffs opener on Jan. 1.
If convicted, Pritchett faces up to three months in jail or fines up to an additional $500.
