Pats’ Barmore Deletes Post Calling Prov Police Racist After Body Cam Released, NE Refuses Comment

Pats’ Barmore Deletes Post Calling Prov Police Racist After Body Cam Released, NE Refuses Comment

New England Patriots' Christian Barmore has deleted a post on X calling Providence Police racist. He went on social media to make the accusation following a traffic stop in the city early Wednesday morning.

GoLocal first published body camera video — SEE ABOVE — which shows the exchange between Providence Police and Barmore.

Barmore can be seen asking police if they would like to enter a fight, calling officers the “N-word” and threatening to sue them.

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Sometime late on Wednesday, Barmore deleted his post accusing the police of racism.

GoLocal contacted New England Patriots spokesperson Stacey James, forwarding him the video and specifically asking him if Barmore would be issuing an apology to Providence Police.

James did not respond to requests for comment.

Providence Police report states in part:

Police then asked if he had any updated registration for the vehicle to which he did not provide. Barmore then proceeded with giving police an attitude and asked for a ticket. It was at this time police advised Barmore that his vehicle was getting towed on scene and that we were going to perform a search of the vehicle as well. Police also talked to Barmore’s mother advising her that she was able to pick him up on scene. It should be noted that while we were commanding Barmore to step out the vehicle numerous times, police observed him reaching under the seat attempting to conceal an object.

During this time Barmore was on the phone with his mom, stating that he wants a Sergeant on scene, to which we stated respectfully if he steps out the vehicle that the sergeant will arrive on scene. After several attempts, police were finally able to get Barmore to exit the vehicle. It should be noted that while we were trying to get control of Barmore, he kept pushing away from police stating that he did not want to be touched. He then walked towards the rear of the vehicle while police proceeded with the search and we found an ash cup along with what appeared to be a blunt rolled with an unknown substance where he was seen reaching under the seat. Under the passenger side seat, we found what appeared to be several tubes filled with marijuana. It was at this time that Barmore walked towards a black Dodge Challenger and left the scene while still giving police a hard time.

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Barmore signed a four-year, $84 million contract extension with the Patriots in April 2024, making him the second-highest-paid player in the franchise's history. The deal includes a $41.8 million guarantee, as well as an $18 million signing bonus. The contract's average annual value of $21 million ranks 11th among interior defensive linemen.

Providence Police Chief Oscar Perez defended the actions of officers involved in the incident in which Barmore was cited for driving an unregistered vehicle. 

Perez issued the following statement in response to claims of racism by the Providence Police Department after an incident with a member of the New England Patriots:

The Providence Police Department takes all concerns from the public very seriously and with the utmost professionalism. In this particular case, the vehicle in question was found to be unregistered during a routine traffic stop, which is a violation of the law. The officer acted in full compliance with department protocols and state regulations.

We understand that any encounter with law enforcement can be stressful, however, it’s important to note that officers are required to enforce all applicable laws, including those related to vehicle registration. We will continue to review the situation to ensure that proper procedures were followed and to maintain transparency with the public.