Barkevious Mingo was reportedly arrested and charged with indecency with child sexual contact, according to TMZ Sports.
Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk reported Saturday that Mingo was released on $25,000 bond. The Falcons later provided a statement to PFT.
“Our organization became aware of the allegations involving Barkevious Mingo today and are currently gathering information on this incident. The Falcons take the allegations very seriously and will continue to monitor the situation,” the team said.
The charge against Mingo is a second-degree felony that carries up to 20 years in prison, per Michael J. Babcock of TMZ Sports.
Mingo signed a one-year, $1.25 million contract with the Falcons in March.
He’s recorded 255 total tackles, 17 passes defended, 12.5 sacks and five forced fumbles in 126 regular-season appearances.
