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Demaryius Thomas arrested for vehicular assault after rollover crash

Former Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas was arrested and is in custody following his rollover car accident on February 16th.

Former #Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas booked in Denver today on charges of vehicular assault, reckless driving and no insurance in connection with accident earlier this month in downtown Denver, law enforcement sources confirm. Story developing. #Denver7

— Troy Renck (@TroyRenck) February 28, 2019

The accident happened after midnight on Auraria Parkway when he lost control of the vehicle, according to Denver police.

Officials say Thomas was driving at speeds exceeding 70 MPH in a 30 MPH zone -- which not only qualifies as reckless driving, but also felony vehicular assault.