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49ers linebacker Reuben Foster arrested on domestic violence, assault rifle allegations

San Francisco 49ers star linebacker Reuben Foster was arrested Sunday on suspicion of domestic violence and possessing an assault rifle at a Los Gatos residence, authorities said.

Arrest records show that Foster was booked at the Santa Clara County jail Sunday on the counts, which yielded $75,000 bail. Sources familiar with the case said they expected Foster to post bail and be released Sunday.

The team released a statement in the wake of the news.

“The San Francisco 49ers organization is aware of the report regarding Reuben Foster. We take matters of this nature seriously and are gathering all pertinent information,” the statement reads.