Panthers wide receiver Shi Smith arrested for possessing a hand gun, drug possession and speeding
Shi Smith the former standout wide receiver from South Carolina was arrested this weekend. The Carolina Panthers sixth round pick in 2021 was arrested for unlawfully carrying a handgun, drug possession and speeding in South Carolina.
Smith was stopped for driving 86 mph in a 55 mph zone while driving in a Black Mercedes Benz on US Highway 176. The deputy noticed an odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and the 23-year-old Smith was arrested.
Smith was released on a 6,000 bond. The Panthers released a statement.
“this is a pending legal matter and there will be no further comment at this time.”
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