Indianapolis Colts linebacker D'Qwell Jackson has been arrested and charged with simple assault after an incident on Tuesday night.

The player allegedly punched a man in the face and the back of his head in a dispute over a car parking space.

The US Attorney's office has warned that the charge could carry a maximum sentence of 180 days in jail, and a fine of up to $1,000 (£650).

Jackson signed a four-year deal worth $22m (£14m) with the Colts last year after he left Cleveland Browns.

He has not missed an NFL game since 2009.

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Charlie Bennett