WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ark. — Jalen Brown, a wide receiver for the Arkansas Razorbacks, was arrested Friday on a charge related to hindering law enforcement, according to jail records.
Arrest and Release Details
Authorities say the 21-year-old was taken into custody in Farmington on April 10 and booked into the Washington County Detention Center shortly after 11 a.m.
Brown was later released the same day after posting a $560 bond.
Charge Explained
Brown is facing a charge of hindering apprehension or prosecution, which generally involves assisting someone in avoiding arrest or interfering with an investigation.
Upcoming Court Dates
Court records show Brown is scheduled to appear in Farmington District Court on:
- April 13
- June 17
Football Career Background
Brown played a key role for the Razorbacks during the 2025 season, starting in five games before suffering an injury in a matchup against Notre Dame Fighting Irish football, which sidelined him for the rest of the season.
Awaiting Official Response
Officials from Arkansas Athletics have not yet released a statement regarding Brown’s arrest.