After being pulled over for a broken licence plate light while on spring break, Alabama running back Altee Tenpenny soon found himself in a bit more legal trouble. Tenpenny was charged for possession of a controlled substance after police searched his vehicle and discovered 2.1 grams of marijuana during the traffic stop. 103.7 The Buzz in Little Rock, Arkansas was first to report the news. Tenpenny is a native of Little Rock.
According to multiple reports, Tenpenny is scheduled to appear in court on April 10. As it just so happens, the court date comes between Alabama spring practices.
Tenpenny played in all 13 games for Alabama last season, rushing for 82 yards on 22 attempts. He also scored a touchdown and made five tackles on special teams coverage. It is not expected Tenpenny was going to make a push for a starting job this fall for the Crimson Tide, but he certainly adds depth to the roster at the position.
There has been no statement from Alabama, although a suspension of some sort should probably be expected at some point if Tenpenny is found guilty.