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UPDATED AT 4:17 ET: TOP WWE STAR ARRESTED AFTER SMACKDOWN LAST NIGHT, WWE RESPONDS

By Dave Scherer on 2013-02-20 16:02:23

Jack Swagger, in the midst of the biggest push of his career as he is set to take on Alberto Del Rio for the World Title at WrestleMania, was arrested for committing traffic offenses in Mississippi after leaving last night's Smackdown taping according to TMZ.com.

According to TMZ, Swagger has been charged with DUI, marijuana possession, and speeding -- all misdemeanors.

TMZ reports that Swagger was arrested and later released on his own recognizance.

WWE issued the following comment on the arrest: "Mr. Swagger is responsible for his own personal actions."

Thanks to Dan Hoffman, Brian Pearcy and Keith Ioriofor their help.

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