New details emerge surrounding arrest of Wisconsin WR Markus Allen

Details are starting to come out on what led to Wisconsin wide receiver Markus Allen being arrested nearly a month ago.

According to a report from BadgerExtra, a dispute over an open container of alcohol ultimately led to Allen being arrested for carrying a concealed weapon while at a block party.

Allen reportedly was approached by a Madison police officer after the officer suspected Allen of carrying an open container of alcohol. The police department reportedly warned ahead of time that open containers would not be allowed at the block party.

BadgerExtra received documents that state that Allen was told to pour out his drink, but instead he hid it near his leg. When the officer reached to see if the cup was empty, Allen poured it on the officer’s shin and boot.

After Allen did that, he was reportedly told that he was being arrested for an open container. He was wearing a black and grey Rose Bowl backpack as he was arrested. Officers reportedly searched the backpack and found a gun inside. The gun — a Glock 19 — was allegedly stolen in June of 2022, according to the report. Officers learned that the gun was stolen after checking the gun’s registration information.

Allen was eventually taken to jail and released on bail less than an hour later, according to BadgerExtra. Allen has an upcoming court appearance next month, according to the website.

The Ohio native appeared in six games last season, making seven catches for 91 yards and a touchdown. During his redshirt season in 2021, Allen caught three passes for 65 yards, while appearing in three games.

He signed with Wisconsin as a three-star recruit in the class of 2021, according to the On3 Industry rankings.

It has been an interesting past several months for Markus Allen, who announced in October that he was entering the transfer portal.

Allen then committed to Minnesota in November, before reversing course and choosing to stay at Wisconsin. It remains to be seen if his recent arrest will impact his future with the Badgers.

If Allen does end up staying at Wisconsin for the 2023 season, he will look to help a Badgers team that is coming off of a 7-6 season.

Luke Fickell is entering his first season at Wisconsin, after an impressive run at Cincinnati. The former Ohio State defensive coordinator put together a 57-18 record during his time with the Bearcats, including leading Cincinnati to the College Football Playoff in 2021.