Auburn edge rusher arrested on reckless endangerment charge
One of Auburn's expected starters on defense was arrested earlier this month
Olivia Bennett 
Auburn football finds itself in the headlines as one of the program's primary defensive contributors faces legal trouble. According to an arrest report obtained by 205focus.com, standout edge rusher Da’Shawn Womack was arrested earlier this month on a charge of reckless endangerment.
Details of the Incident
The arrest report indicates the incident occurred at 10:25 p.m. on June 6. Law enforcement documented the arrest taking place along Shug Jordan Parkway in Auburn. When contacted by 205focus.com regarding the situation, Auburn officials declined to provide a formal comment.
Understanding the Charge
Per Section 13A-6-24 of the Alabama Criminal Code, reckless endangerment is defined as conduct where a person recklessly creates a substantial risk of serious physical injury to another. In the state of Alabama, this offense is categorized as a Class A misdemeanor. Records show that Womack is set to appear in court on August 13 at 9 a.m.
Womack’s Path to Auburn
Womack, a native of Baltimore, joined the Tigers this past January. He arrived in Auburn following the 2025 season at Ole Miss, where he appeared in 15 games, recording 27 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, and two sacks. His collegiate journey began with a two-year stint at LSU before his move to the SEC West.
