This was not the news Cleveland needed. Not with the Browns forever muddled in sub-mediocrity and the Indians in the midst of a 5 game losing streak that all-but assured they will lose 90 games in this disastrous season. Not from the Cavs, the only team with hope in this city. Not from our starting 2 guard who has bipolar disorder. Not now.
Delonte West arrested outside Washington, D.C.
by Pat McManamon on September 18, 2009
in Cavs, Delonte West, McManamon
Cavs guard Delonte West was arrested in Maryland last night because he had two pistols and a shotgun on his possession. All were loaded.
West was originally pulled over for making an unsafe lane change on Interstate 95 while driving a three-wheeled motorcycle and confessed to carrying a pistol. Police eventually found the other two weapons.
Details are sketchy, though the picture painted by the Washington Post is not pretty.
The guns on West's possession included a .357, a 9-millimeter and a shotgun in a guitar case he was carrying.
All were loaded.
West apparently cooperated with authorities, according to the Plain Dealer, and was released on his own recognizance.
The Cavs Danny Ferry released this statement:
"We are aware of the situation and take this matter very seriously. We have been in communication with Delonte and his family. We are gathering more information and will not have further comment until the appropriate time."
Obviously there are a lot of unanswered questions in this story, but it just doesn’t seem like much good can come from a guy driving erratically while carrying three loaded weapons. West grew up in a tough area … but … wow.
Among the questions lingering:
Where was West going?
Why carry so much firepower?
What will the league do about this?
Will the Cavs have their own discipline, or will they play the "let the legal system run its course" card?
West is prone to depression, and gave a very touching news conference last season discussing his struggles. Could this be a dangerous symptom?
Is there a medication issue involving the depression or other struggles at work?
The Cavs have prided themselves on signing and acquiring good guys. West has always been cooperative and fun to be around.
But two pistols — including a .357 — and a shotgun is an eye-opening reality.
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