Henry Ruggs DUI car accident news

RUGGS MERCHANDISE REMOVED FROM RAIDERS STADIUM

Football fans have reported online that Henry Ruggs merchandise has been removed from the Raiders stadium.

RAIDERS HEAD COACH’S PREPARED STATEMENT

On Wednesday, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Rich Bisaccia read a prepared statement to the press.

It said: “We want to express our sincere condolences to the victim’s family. A person lost their life yesterday morning and we think it’s important to keep focus on that when we talk about this tragic event. We’re deeply saddened for everyone affected especially the victim’s family.

“That being said, we love Henry Ruggs and want him to know that. His terrible lapse of judgement of the most horrific kind, it’s something that he’ll have to live with for the rest of his life. The gravity of the situation is not lost on anyone here and we understand and respect the loss of life.”

RAIDERS’ QUARTERBACK COMMENTS ON CAR CRASH

The team’s quarterback Derek Carr said on Wednesday: “I rely on the foundation of my faith. I going to rely on that faith when times are hard and when times are easy.”

RAIDERS HEAD COACH SPEAKS OUT

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Rich Bisaccia spoke on Wednesday about Henry Ruggs’ fatal DUI car crash.

After reading a statement, the coach answered questions from the media about how he dealt with news of the tragedy.

“I don’t know if I can put into words the emotional feelings I went through.

“I think there’s two separate entities,” Bisaccia said. “there’s Henry Ruggs the football player which is no longer part of the Raiders. And then Henry Ruggs the person who is certainly going through what he’s going through and is going to have to pay the consequences for the actions.”

THE RAIDERS’ STATEMENT

In a statement regarding their star player’s deadly crash, the Raiders said: “The Raiders are aware of an accident involving Henry Ruggs III that occurred this morning in Las Vegas.

“We are devastated by the loss of life and our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim’s family. We are in the process of gathering information and will have no further comment at this time.”

THE CRASH SCENE

Shocking photos showed the victim’s Toyota engulfed in flames, and video shows one car engulfed in a fireball while another beside it appears severely damaged.

Two figures could be seen standing next to the totaled vehicle, with one sitting on the curb and the other pacing on the street.

The wreckage caused a complete closure of Rainbow between Tropicana Avenue and Flamingo Road for several hours as police investigated.

WHO IS RUGGS’ GIRLFRIEND?

Ruggs and Rudy Washington have been dating since the pair were teenagers.

Rudy Washington was born Kiara Jenai Kilgo-Washington in November 1998, according to Fab Wags.

She is an Alabama native who hails from Montgomery.

Outside of being the NFL star’s girlfriend, she is known as a volleyball player who plays for Paine College. Before college, she played for her high school, Park Crossing High.

Rudy is building a social media following and vlogs on YouTube. In some of her recent videos, she and her boyfriend Henry discuss their family life, day-to-day activities and answer questions from followers.

HENRY RUGG’S COURT APPEARANCE, CONTINUED

Prosecutors said the star was allegedly also in illegal possession of a firearm during the crash.

The judge set Ruggs’ bail at $150,000 with the highest level of electronic monitoring if he is released. The star will have to abstain from alcohol and other controlled substances.

He is also ordered to not drive, and will surrender his passport.

During the hearing, Ruggs only spoke to say “yes sir.”

HENRY RUGGS’ COURT APPEARANCE

Ruggs was seen wearing a neck brace and a face mask following the fatal crash in Las Vegas at around 3.39am on Tuesday.

During the appearance, Ruggs was accused of traveling 156mph, which Judge Joe Bonaventure said was the highest speed he’s heard during his career on the bench, according to a local reporter.

Prosecutors alleged that Ruggs’ blood was drawn within two hours, where he had an alcohol level of .161 which is more than twice the legal limit.

HENRY RUGGS’S FOOTBALL CAREER

After playing collegiately at Alabama, and winning a national championship in 2017, Ruggs was then drafted into the NFL as the 12th overall pick of the 2020 NFL draft.

This season, he helped lead the Raiders to a 5-2 record with 24 receptions, 469 yards and two touchdowns.

When Ruggs was not on the field, he could be found at home with his daughter, Kenzli Re’Nai Ruggs, who was born on May 7, 2020 and his girlfriend, Rudy Washington.

The Las Vegas Raiders released Ruggs from the team last night. The former NFL star’s future is murky after his alleged DUI that resulted in death Tuesday morning.

THE CRASH HAPPENED ON THIS ROAD

Henry Ruggs was reportedly driving 156 mph on Rainbow Blvd.

HENRY RUGGS’ GEAR REMOVED

The former Raiders player’s gear has been reportedly removed from the flagship Raider Image location at Allegiant stadium.

He was also reportedly removed from the roster of the video boards in the store.

WHAT IS HENRY RUGGS’ NET WORTH?

While it is unknown what Ruggs’ exact net worth is, it is estimated to be around $1million.

After being drafted by the Raiders, the 22-year-old signed a four year, $16.6million contract which included a $9.6million signing bonus with all of it guaranteed.

In 2021, Ruggs earned a base salary of $1,367,801, with a cap hit of $3,789,006 and a dead cap value of $13,640,421, according to Sportrac.

THE ‘DRIVER WAS STILL ALIVE’ AFTER CRASH

Security guard and bystander who tried to help, Alexander Hart, reported that when he tried to save the victim, Tina Tintor, from the burning car, he heard screams.

He told police she was still alive after her car was reportedly hit by Henry Ruggs.

The report said that Tintor couldn’t be saved because she was pinned in her vehicle, which was soon overcome with smoke and flames.

Tintor’s dog was in the backseat of her car and also burned to death.

WAS HENRY RUGGS ARMED?

Officials are also charging Ruggs with illegal possession of a firearm, which was allegedly loaded when discovered by police.

Prosecutors are reportedly considering additional charges related to the firearm.

HOW LONG AFTER THE CRASH WAS HENRY RUGGS’ BLOOD DRAWN?

Prosecutors allege that Ruggs’ blood was taken within two hours of the crash Tuesday morning.

His blood alcohol levels were reportedly .161, which is double the legal limit.

HOW FAST WAS HENRY RUGGS DRIVING?

It was revealed during his court appearance this morning that Henry Ruggs was allegedly driving 156 mph two seconds before the crash occurred.

When his car’s airbags deployed, Ruggs’ was reportedly going 127 mph.

HENRY RUGGS IN COURT

Henry Ruggs appeared at the Regional Justice Center.

Prosecutors say he was traveling 156 mph two seconds before crashing into a Toyota Rav4, killing a 23-year-old woman and her dog.

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IDENTITY RELEASED OF WOMAN KILLED IN CRASH

The victim who perished in the fatal crash involving former NFL star Henry Ruggs, has been identified as Tina Tintor.

It has been reported that Tintor burned to death after being hit by Ruggs’ car.

Rugg’s girlfriend was also seriously injured in the crash.

‘RUGGS IS LUCKY TO BE ALIVE’

JPA Football tweeted about the new information just released about the car crash yesterday.

WHO WAS KILLED IN THE CRASH?

The identity of the victim who died in the crash has not been released. Her dog was also killed in the accident.

The victims, allegedly a 23-year-old woman and her dog, were located by officials in a Toyota Rav4, which was on fire as a result of the crash.

HENRY RUGGS WHEELED IN TO COURT

It has been reported by KSNV News 3 Las Vegas that Ruggs was wheeled into court.

The former NFL star is visibly injured from the crash, with a cast around his neck, a cut on his nose, and bruising on his face.

It has not been confirmed if Ruggs’ legs were also injured.

HENRY RUGGS’ MUGSHOT

The former NFL star is pictured with cuts and bruises on his face, presumably as a result from the crash, as well as a neck brace.

HENRY RUGGS RELEASED BY RAIDERS TEAM

Last night, the Raiders released Henry Ruggs from the team, following allegations that he drove under the influence and tragically killed a 23-year-old woman.

HENRY RUGGS APPEARS IN COURT

The NFL star is accused of driving 156 MPH.

8 News Now reported that Ruggs’ blood alcohol level was .162, more than twice the legal limit.

Ruggs was also reportedly illegally in possession of a firearm.