L’Jarius Sneed, a two-time Super Bowl champion and former Kansas City Chiefs player, has been indicted by a Texas grand jury on a misdemeanor charge of failing to report a felony. According to the indictment, Sneed is accused of observing a felony that could have led to serious bodily harm or death and of knowingly not reporting the incident to law enforcement.
The alleged incident took place in December 2024 at a car dealership in Carrollton, Texas, which is near Dallas. The victim, Christian Nshimiyimana, owns an exotic car rental business and was researching cars for his company when the shooting occurred. Nshimiyimana, according to a lawsuit filed on February 20, alleges that Sneed and his personal assistant arrived in a rented Lamborghini Urus and shot at him while he was sitting in his car. The lawsuit also states that Nshimiyimana may have been mistaken for another person.
Nshimiyimana’s lawsuit seeks $1 million in damages for the alleged unprovoked attack, which he describes as an act of aggression in cold blood. The Carrollton Police Department has arrested both Sneed and his accomplice, listed as John Doe, on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. According to ESPN, the incident has sparked a legal battle with potential long-term consequences for Sneed’s career.
Sneed, who is 28 years old, is also facing a potential fine of up to $4,000 and one year in county jail for the charge. The Tennessee Titans, who acquired him in a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs prior to the 2024-2025 season and signed him to a four-year, $76 million contract, have stated that they are aware of the legal matter and have been in contact with NFL security per league protocol.
Sneed, however, has had a difficult time staying on the field with the Titans. Last season, he was limited to five games due to a quad injury and has played only seven games this season. He is currently on injured reserve for a quad injury he sustained against the New England Patriots. Despite his on-field struggles, Sneed has managed to record 26 tackles and three defended passes in seven games this season.
The incident has raised questions about Sneed’s behavior both on and off the field and could have a lasting impact on his career. His legal troubles come at a time when the Titans are looking for ways to strengthen their defense, and Sneed’s future with the team remains uncertain.