Marcus Jordan’s drug charges have been adjusted to reflect that he was found with ketamine and not cocaine. The former professional athlete was arrested early this month on DUI charges, and a field test confirmed the powdery substance in his car to be cocaine. However, new tests have disproved the first test. Nevertheless, the 34-year-old entrepreneur is still scheduled for a court appearance.
Marcus Jordan’s Drug Charges Updated After New Discovery
Micheal Jordan’s son, Marcus Jordan’s drug charges have been amended after a new investigation showed that he was caught with ketamine and not cocaine. Cops discovered a drunk Marcus in his car in a dangerous place on February 4. They also found a white powdery substance that initially tested positive for cocaine during the field test.
However, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement conducted additional tests after his arrest and discovered that the initial test was wrong. Consequently, Marcus Jordan’s drug charges were adjusted. He is now charged with ketamine possession, DUI, property damage, and resisting arrest.
What Is Ketamine?
According to Medical News Today, Ketamine is used as an anesthetic to induce loss of consciousness. It is considered a Schedule III non-narcotic substance and is potentially life-threatening if taken for recreational use. The hallucinogenic is known by several street names, including Cat Tranquilizer, Cat Valium, Jet K, Kit Kat, Purple, Special K, Special La Coke, Super Acid, Super K, and Vitamin K, according to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Marcus Jordan Pleads Not Guilty To Drug Charges and DUI
After his arrest, Marcus Jordan was booked in Orange County and released on a $4,000 bond. Two days after the incident, he thanked fans, writing on his Instagram Stories that he is “focusing on” his Orlando-based boutique and “won’t be making any comments” on the situation. He added:
“I appreciate everyone reaching out. I sincerely appreciate your concerns & thank you for your kind understanding.”
According to People, the entrepreneur’s attorneys requested a jury trial for his non-DUI charges. Meanwhile, Marcus Jordan pleaded not guilty to his drug charges before new tests revealed that he was caught with ketamine and not cocaine. He also pleaded not guilty to resisting arrest and waived his first court appearance. He is due to appear in court for the DUI charge on March 20.
Marcus Jordan’s Arrest And Drug Charges
Marcus Jordan’s DUI and drug charges stemmed from his encounter with Maitland, Fla., officers in the early hours of February 4. The police officers discovered the basketball icon’s son’s car stuck in train tracks and stopped to look. When they got to Marcus’ blue Lamborghini, they found him dead drunk inside. Meanwhile, local dispatch assessed that a train was about 10 minutes away from the location. According to the arrest note, Marcus’ speech was slurred, and he had “bloodshot eyes.”
Moreover, there was a strong alcohol odor coming from him, and he confirmed that he was coming from a strip club where he had consumed alcohol. He was charged with cocaine possession when officers retrieved a plastic white bag with a white substance. Arresting officers claimed that Marcus was aggressive and refused to get in the police car. He also refused to take a breathalyzer test and requested for Mariah Carey’s song to be played on the way to the holding station while the stench of alcohol grew worse in the car.
Fans are happy that Marcus Jordan’s drug charges have been updated to reflect ketamine and not cocaine. However, some netizens remain skeptical about the former athlete’s life choices. Hopefully, Marcus will get the help he needs and stay out of trouble.
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