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Redskins lineman arrested at restaurant

Lefotu charged with public drunkenness, destruction of property, assault

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updated 6:55 p.m. ET Oct. 13, 2007

ASHBURN, Va. - Washington Redskins practice squad offensive lineman Kili Lefotu was arrested late Friday after a disturbance at a restaurant.

Lefotu was apparently involved in a dispute with a patron the restaurant. Loudoun County sheriff's office spokesman Kraig Troxell says the 23-year-old Lefotu was charged with being drunk in public, destruction of property and simple assault.

As a member of the practice squad, the Redskins say Lefotu would not have traveled with the team for Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers under any circumstances.

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Spokesman Chris Helein says the team is waiting to see details and get more information.

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