Wife of former NFL quarterback Cade McNown arrested

Wife of former NFL quarterback Cade McNown arrested

Christina McNown, the wife of former UCLA and NFL quarterback Cade McNown, has been arrested for allegedly stealing luxury goods, TMZ reported on Tuesday.

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The mother of four, who works as a stylist, was arrested following an investigation that noted she “allegedly lifted” designer items, such as purses, clothing, and jewelry, from Sydney Holland, with whom she had worked, according to TMZ sources.

Holland, a philanthropist, is said to have picked up on her belongings going missing over the course of a few months, even seeing a few pieces online.

Christina has been charged with four counts of felony grand theft. She will be arraigned early next year.

Former UCLA Bruins quarterback Cade McNown
Former UCLA Bruins quarterback Cade McNown in 1996
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As for Cade McNown, the former UCLA Bruins quarterback flamed out after starring for the Bruins. The left-hander was selected 12th overall in the 1999 NFL Draft by the Bears.

He started most of his first two seasons in Chicago, totaling 16 touchdowns and 19 interceptions in 25 games. He was traded to the Dolphins in 2001 and later the 49ers.

Former Bears quarterback Cade McNown in 1999
Former Bears quarterback Cade McNown in 1999
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A message to Christina was not immediately returned.