Lions cornerback ordered held without bail on kidnapping, robbery charges

The charges of kidnapping, armed robbery and conspiracy could carry a sentence of up to life in prison.

Background of the case Authorities accuse Arnold of leading a plot to detain and pistol-whip three people he believed had stolen from him. Police said the victims had nothing to do with the theft reported in February. Three men in their late teens were held at gunpoint, battered, pistol-whipped and robbed in a Tampa apartment on Feb.

4, police said. The incident occurred three days after personal property worth more than $250,000 was reported stolen from Arnold and others at an Airbnb rental in Largo, about 20 miles west of the city. Arnold, 23, was identified by police as the "primary conspirator" in the attack.

Arnold's response Defense attorney R.

" Arnold turned himself in and was taken into custody Wednesday night. Denise White, CEO of EAG Sports Management, which represents Arnold, said there is "no credible evidence linking Mr. " "Instead, the government appears to be relying on testimony from multiple convicted felons who have admitted their own involvement and may have substantial incentives to shift blame in an effort to lessen their sentences," White said.

At least seven people face charges, including two who pleaded guilty Wednesday and are cooperating with authorities. One was immediately sentenced to four years in prison for kidnapping, conspiracy and robbery with a gun, records show. The men told police that Arnold's friends lured them to an apartment, held them at gunpoint and hit them, all the while streaming the attack to Arnold.