One Auburn defender is in some hot water after a recent traffic stop led to his arrest and some serious drug-related charges.
According to documents obtained by AL.com, linebacker D’Angelo Barber was arrested on drug and possession charges in Dadeville, as outlined in a press release from the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force. Barber was arrested during a Monday morning traffic stop, along with Marcell Brewster.
In that press release, officials claim police developed probable cause to search the vehicle during the stop. At that time, officers located a “large” amount of marijuana, along with a pistol and a large amount of cash.
Over 2 pounds of marijuana, THC vapes, digital scales, nearly $1,900 and a Glock 9mm were recovered from the vehicle. The charges against Barber include trafficking marijuana, unlawful possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, and he was booked into Tallapoosa County Jail on Monday.
Barber joined Auburn as a 3-star prospect and in-state recruit during the 2024 recruiting class. He was the 31st overall player from Alabama for the cycle, and he made his collegiate debut against Alabama A&M.
We will see how Hugh Freeze and Auburn handle the situation, but it is another disappointing moment in a rough offseason for the Tigers.
Paul Harvey lives in Atlanta and covers SEC football.
