April 9, 2007 MIAMI (TICKER) -- Miami Heat swingman James Posey was arrested on drunken driving charges early Monday morning, according to a newspaper web site.
The Palm Beach Post reported that Posey, 30, was arrested in Miami Beach and taken to Miami-Dade County Jail, where he was held on $1,000 bond.
According to police reports, Posey's car was stopped in the middle of a two-lane road and and he was talking to pedestrians and occupants of other cars before being stopped by police.
"I apologize for any embarrassment or concern this has caused," Posey said. "I acknowledge that professional athletes are often held out as role models, and you may rest assured that I accept this tremendous responsibility willingly."
However, the veteran swingman denied being at fault.
"For now, please know that I was neither intoxicated nor was I driving at the time," Posey said. "However, out of respect to the police, and to the legal process which must follow, it would be inappropriate for me to comment further at this moment."
Posey missed four games earlier this season after being suspended for failing to meet the team's conditioning requirements. He is averaging 7.9 points and 5.1 rebounds in 67 games.
This is not a new situation this season for the Heat, who forced reserve guard Robert Hite to spend time away from the team after being arrested for driving under the influence.
Although the charges eventually were dropped, Hite was released after the team signed veteran guard Eddie Jones.
Updated on Monday, Apr 9, 2007 9:31 pm EDT
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