Coverage dated July 20, 2026 to July 22, 2026

Reports: Ex-Michigan State, NFL star Le'Veon Bell arrested on child support allegations

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Attorney General Dana Nessel's office issued the warrant due to the child living in Michigan.

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WKYC Cleveland
Stark County Sheriff's Office: Former Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell arrested in Canton (opens WKYC Cleveland)
Published Jul 20, 2026
WKYC Cleveland's feed description
Former NFL star Le'Veon Bell was arrested in Canton, according to the Stark County Sheriff's Office.
The Oregonian
Former NFL All-Pro running back arrested in Ohio (opens The Oregonian)
Published Jul 20, 2026
The Oregonian's feed description
Former NFL star running back Le'Veon Bell was reportedly arrested in Ohio for failing to pay child support.
FOX 8 Cleveland
Report: Ex-Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell arrested in Canton for unpaid child support (opens FOX 8 Cleveland)
Published Jul 20, 2026
FOX 8 Cleveland's feed description
A former Pittsburgh Steelers player was arrested during an autograph signing event in Canton.
We Are Central PA
Ex-Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell arrested in Canton for unpaid child support (opens We Are Central PA)
Published Jul 20, 2026
We Are Central PA's feed description
A former Pittsburgh Steelers player was arrested during an autograph signing event in Canton.
New York Post
Le’Veon Bell arrested for allegedly not paying $50K in child support (opens New York Post)
Published Jul 20, 2026
New York Post's feed description
Le’Veon Bell wasn’t ponying up the dough. The former running back, who was a disappointment for the Jets across parts of two seasons after a strong run with the Steelers that ended in a contract dispute, was arrested on Sunday for allegedly failing to pay child support.
Entertainment Weekly
Former NFL star and “Masked Singer” contestant Le’Veon Bell arrested in Ohio (opens Entertainment Weekly)
Published Jul 20, 2026
Entertainment Weekly's feed description
The ex-Pittsburgh Steelers running back was arrested over the weekend on charges related to child support.
WOOD TV8
Report: Former MSU star Le’Veon Bell arrested in Ohio (opens WOOD TV8)
Published Jul 20, 2026
WOOD TV8's feed description
Former Michigan State football star Le’Veon Bell has reportedly been arrested for unpaid child support.
WZZM Grand Rapids
BODYCAM VIDEO | Former Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell arrested in Canton (opens WZZM Grand Rapids)
Published Jul 20, 2026
WZZM Grand Rapids's feed description
Former NFL star Le'Veon Bell was arrested in Canton on charges of failing to pay child support. He is set to appear in court in Michigan.
Triblive
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell arrested in Ohio (opens Triblive)
Published Jul 20, 2026
Triblive's feed description
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell was arrested Sunday in Canton, Ohio according to a report from the Canton Repository .
FOX 8 Cleveland
Canton police release body camera footage of Le'Veon Bell arrest at Belden Village Mall (opens FOX 8 Cleveland)
Published Jul 20, 2026
FOX 8 Cleveland's feed description
Former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell was arrested Sunday afternoon, July 19, in Canton on a warrant tied to unpaid child support.
Fox2 Detroit
Reports: Ex-Michigan State, NFL star Le'Veon Bell arrested on child support allegations (opens Fox2 Detroit)
Published Jul 21, 2026
Fox2 Detroit's feed description
Attorney General Dana Nessel's office issued the warrant due to the child living in Michigan.
New York Post
Le’Veon Bell’s shocking response to arrest for not paying child support (opens New York Post)
Published Jul 22, 2026
New York Post's feed description
Ex-NFL running back Le’Veon Bell is speaking out about his arrest after he failed to pay a reported $50,000 in child support.

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