Court grants Antonio Brown permission to travel to Tampa amid ongoing Miami shooting case

Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown returned to court Friday as his high-profile Miami shooting case continues to draw attention across the sports and legal world. The hearing centered on a motion seeking permission for Brown to travel outside Miami-Dade County while awaiting further proceedings, a request that faced opposition from state prosecutors.The case stems from an alleged shooting after a celebrity boxing event last year and marks another difficult moment in Brown’s life since leaving the NFL. With recent court decisions, newly released body camera footage, and a self-defense claim still under review, the case is ongoing and drawing close attention.A Miami judge ruled in favor of Antonio Brown’s request to travel and temporarily reside in Tampa, despite objections from the state. Prosecutors argued Brown posed a flight risk, citing his prior international travel, including a trip to Dubai. Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez ultimately allowed the move, ordering Brown’s GPS monitor removed for the duration of his stay in Tampa and reinstalled upon his return to Miami-Dade County.Court filings state that Brown plans to attend scheduled business engagements with Energetic Exotic, a luxury and exotic car rental company, along with prearranged music studio sessions. The motion also noted that Brown would stay at his primary private residence while in Tampa.The legal proceedings stem from a May 16 incident in which Brown is accused of firing two gunshots at Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu following a physical altercation outside a celebrity boxing match in Miami. According to investigators, one bullet allegedly grazed Nantambu’s neck. Brown has pleaded not guilty to attempted second-degree murder, a charge that carries a potential sentence of up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000 fine if convicted.Recently released police body camera footage shows Brown handcuffed in a Miami Police cruiser, questioning officers about his detention and complaining of injuries. In the video, Brown repeatedly insists he did nothing wrong and asks to contact his mother while requesting medical attention for cuts on his knee.Brown’s defense has taken an aggressive stance, filing a motion to dismiss the charges under Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law. His attorneys argue that Brown acted in self-defense, claiming Nantambu had a history of threatening behavior and previously assaulted Brown at other events. The motion alleges Brown fired warning shots, intentionally aiming away, after fearing for his life during the confrontation.Brown maintains that he remained at the scene and cooperated with police, while Nantambu allegedly fled with the firearm. Authorities did not immediately arrest Brown that night, with charges filed days later after Nantambu gave a full statement. As the case moves forward, the ruling allows Brown limited freedom while the court weighs the broader legal questions ahead.