Ex-boxer and Father of Jaylen Brown Arrested for Attempted Murder
Las Vegas – Quenton M. Brown, former boxing champion and father of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown, was arrested on Thursday in Las Vegas. The charges are for attempted murder, following a violent incident stemming from an argument over a parking space.
According to local police reports, the altercation took place at All American Park. Brown, known in the boxing world as “Marselles”, allegedly stabbed a man during the dispute.The Incident in Detail
The police report details that the victim, a youth American football coach, suffered multiple stab wounds to the abdomen, back, clavicle, and hands. In addition, he fractured a rib, requiring emergency surgery.
The victim’s girlfriend reported that the conflict began when Brown’s vehicle hit the door of the couple’s car. After a verbal argument, Brown allegedly chased the victim and attacked him with a knife, stabbing him up to 25 times, according to a witness.
The suspect was arrested shortly after, presenting minor injuries to his face and knees. Upon being apprehended, Brown stated that “it was all due to a knock on the door”.Quenton Brown’s Career
Quenton Brown, 55 years old, had a record of 33-18-1 as a professional boxer, debuting in 1989.Relationship with Jaylen Brown
Jaylen Brown, Celtics star and four-time NBA All-Star, does not maintain a close relationship with his father. According to reports, he was unaware of the arrest and the incident.
The player, who won his first NBA championship in 2024, averaged 22.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.5 assists last season.
Brown will have to appear in court in Las Vegas in the coming days.
