UPDATED: AEW World Tag Team Champion arrested on assault charge

-UPDATED 4:35 PM ET-

PWInsider has noted they have received several questions as it pertains to Cash Wheeler and his status for the All In London PPV.

PWInsider said they have confirmed Wheeler was not asked to surrender his passport by the Circuit Court of Orange County, Florida on Friday. As of this writing, there are currently no restrictions on Wheeler traveling internationally that have been imposed by the court.

Furthermore, since Wheeler has not been presently convicted of a crime, it does not appear he will have any issues traveling to London for All In.

Based on Friday’s arrest and what may happen in the near future, it poses the question if FTR will be made to drop the World Tag Team Title Belts to the Young Bucks.

We will continue to provide further updates as they become available.

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UPDATED 1:30 PM ET-

Below is an update on the arrest of AEW star Cash Wheeler, per PWInsider.

During Wheeler’s arraignment in court on Friday, the prosecution noted that the incident was “believed to be a road rage incident. ” It was also stated that Wheeler allegedly “flashed a gun” at the other party.  

Wheeler’s attorney stated that he (Wheeler) did not know the other party.  Furthermore, it was said the term ‘victims” was also used during the proceedings.

Wheeler’s bond was set for $2,500.00. He was ordered by the court that within 12 hours of his release, he is to turn in any weapons that he may own, pending the resolution of the criminal case against him. Furthermore, he was also ordered to not have any contact with the alleged victims or any witnesses.

We will continue to provide further updates as they become available.

Our original story from earlier on Friday, is below.

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According to the Orlando Sentinel, Cash Wheeler (real name Daniel Wheeler), who is one half of the AEW World Tag Team Champions – FTR, was arrested Friday (August 18) morning by the Orlando Police Department.

The report notes that per county records, Wheeler has been charged with one count of aggravated assault with a firearm and booked in Circuit Court.

Also, per county records, Wheeler’s alleged offense was committed back on July 27 and that a warrant was issued the next day – July 28 for his arrest. The report further states that back on August 3, Wheeler’s attorneys issued a written plea of not guilty and his appearance at a pretrial conference was waived that same day.

Wheeler’s arrest affidavit was filed on Friday, August 18, which is when his first appearance in court is reportedly expected.

AEW issued the following statement to the Orlando Sentinel.

“AEW has been made aware of the charge, and we are closely monitoring the situation. (Wheeler) is fully cooperating with local authorities.”

Wheeler and his tag team partner Dax Harwood are scheduled to defend the AEW World Tag Team Championships at the All In PPV, which takes place at Wembley Stadium in London next Sunday, August 27.

Under Florida law, if convicted for aggravated assault with a firearm, Wheeler could face up to five years of imprisonment, five years probation and a $5,000 fine.

We will provide updates as they become available.

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