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Former University of Miami football player accused of murdering teammate faces new drug charge from 2024 incident
By Nikiya Carrero at CBS4 Miami
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Former University of Miami football player Rashaun Jones, who is currently in custody awaiting trial for the murder of his former teammate Bryan Pata, is now facing a new charge.According to an arrest form, Jones was accused of having illegal drugs on him while he was in jail, with this latest arres
Key takeaway According to the arrest form, on March 27, 2024, a detective with the then-Miami-Dade Police Department went to the Metro West Detention Center regarding contraband found in the jail.
Why this matters in The Miami
The new charge against Rashaun Jones raises concerns about the security and contraband control within Miami-Dade County's jail system, specifically at the Metro West Detention Center. The fact that Jones, an inmate at the time, was found with suspected synthetic marijuana in 2024 highlights the ongoing challenge of preventing contraband from entering the facility. This incident may be linked to broader issues of jail security and the smuggling of illegal substances into detention centers, which can have serious implications for inmate safety and rehabilitation. As Jones faces trial for the murder of his former teammate, the community will be watching to see how the Miami-Dade County justice system addresses these concerns and ensures that its correctional facilities are secure and free from contraband. The $2,500 bond set for this latest charge suggests that the court is taking the matter seriously, and Jones' lawyer will likely be scrutinizing the evidence and allegations in the coming days.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Former University of Miami football player Rashaun Jones, who is currently in custody awaiting trial for the murder of his former teammate Bryan Pata, is now facing a new charge.According to an arrest form, Jones was accused of having illegal drugs on him while he was in jail, with this latest arres
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