Tony Romo Arrested on OWI Suspicion in Milwaukee
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- Tony Romo was arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence after being stopped on Interstate 43 in Milwaukee, according to the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office.
- Tony Romo performed poorly on field sobriety tests administered by sheriff's officials, leading to his booking and subsequent release.
- Tony Romo has a scheduled court appearance for Sept. 21, following the OWI arrest.
- CBS has no comment on the arrest of its lead NFL game analyst, who has held the role since 2017.
- Tony Romo attended high school in Burlington, Wisconsin, about 35 miles from Milwaukee, where the arrest occurred.
- Tony Romo remains the Dallas Cowboys' franchise leader in career touchdown passes with 248, though Dak Prescott surpassed his passing yards record last season.
Why it matters: Romo’s arrest introduces personal and professional risk for a high-profile broadcaster whose role at CBS centers on credibility and public trust. The Sept. 21 court date sets a material deadline that could influence CBS’s stance if legal consequences follow.
