Tony Romo Arrested for OWI, Currently on Leave
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) in July and is currently on leave from his job. A hearing regarding the incident is pending.
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, August 4, 2026 —
Tony Romo, former quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, was arrested in July on charges of Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). The incident has led to Romo taking a leave of absence from his current role.
Details surrounding the OWI arrest in July have not been fully disclosed. A hearing concerning the legal proceedings related to the incident is currently pending.
Romo, who transitioned to a career in broadcasting after his NFL playing days, is currently employed in a professional capacity from which he is now on leave. The specific nature of his current job and the duration of his leave were not provided.
The legal process following an OWI arrest typically involves court appearances, potential penalties, and other proceedings. Information regarding the timeline for the upcoming hearing or any potential outcomes has not been made public.
Further updates are expected as the legal proceedings develop.
Story summarized from the original created by Garrett Gravley on www.dallasobserver.com, see more information here.
