Rafael Furcal, a three-time MLB All-Star and World Series champion, was arrested in Florida on multiple charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and throwing deadly missiles into dwellings. The arrest affidavit, obtained by Fox News Digital, reveals the details of the incident that led to his arrest. Furcal, 47, was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and throwing deadly missiles into dwellings, public or private. According to the affidavit, the alleged victim and Furcal were in close proximity after a near-collision, which led to the altercation.
The victim claimed that Furcal began picking up rocks from the ground and throwing them at the victim’s truck while he was inside. The victim also stated that Furcal threw a plastic bottle at the vehicle, causing fear and prompting him to get out of the car. After exiting, Furcal allegedly picked up another rock, the size of a small palm, and threw it at the victim. The victim shielded the rock with his hand, resulting in lacerations. The victim then punched Furcal, who fled the scene, allegedly fearing for his life.
Furcal played 14 years in the majors, beginning with the Atlanta Braves in 2000. He won the National League Rookie of the Year Award in 2000 and made his first All-Star appearance in 2003. He joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2006 and played with them until the 2011 season, when he was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals. He was on the Cardinals’ 2011 World Series team, claiming his first and only championship. He was an All-Star in 2012 with the Cardinals. Furcal’s last season in the majors was in 2014 with the Miami Marlins, where he batted .281 with 587 RBI in 1,614 games.
Fox News’ Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report. The incident has raised questions about the behavior of high-profile athletes and the legal consequences they face. While Furcal’s career was marked by significant achievements on the field, his recent arrest highlights the potential for personal conduct to lead to serious legal repercussions. The case also underscores the importance of accountability, regardless of an individual’s public status or professional success.