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Alabama Football Commit Tony Mitchell Arrested on Marijuana Charge; Loaded Gun in Car

Alabama incoming freshman defensive back Tony Mitchell was arrested in Florida on Wednesday following a traffic stop.

Per Mike Rodak of Al.com, Mitchell was charged with possession of marijuana with the intent to sell and/or deliver, and the passenger in the car, Christophere Lewis, was in possession of a loaded gun. Lewis was charged with possession of marijuana with the intent to sell and/or deliver, and carrying a concealed firearm without a permit.

The Holmes County sheriff's office announced the arrest in a statement on Facebook, revealing details of the traffic stop:

"During the stop, deputies detected the odor of burnt marijuana coming from the vehicle.