Nebraska volleyball star Harper Murray “faces drunk driving and reckless driving charges after failing a police breathalyzer test…a 19-year-old was also found with a fake ID card
- Harper Murray allegedly stopped by police before failing a breathalyzer test
- The volleyball star’s blood alcohol level was 0.169, more than double the legal limit.
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Nebraska volleyball star Harper Murray is reportedly facing a series of charges after she was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol.
The 6-foot-2 business and law major — who was named the 2023 Big Ten Freshman of the Year — is part of the Cornhuskers’ record-setting team.
But according to reports, Murray has now been cited and released on charges of first offense DUI, reckless driving, possession of a minor, possession of a false ID and obstructing a peace officer.
She was reportedly stopped by police early Friday morning after officers spotted an Audi SUV flouting traffic laws.
Police conducted a check of the vehicle and found Murray – the Gatorade National Player of the Year for 2022/23 – behind the wheel.
Nebraska volleyball star Harper Murray reportedly faces charges including drunken driving.
Murray was reportedly cited for driving while intoxicated, reckless driving and minor possession.
The 6-foot-2 business and legal major was named the 2023 Big Ten Freshman of the Year.
Officers reportedly suspected she was under the influence of alcohol and ordered Murray to take a breathalyzer test.
It revealed his blood alcohol level was 0.169 – more than twice the legal limit – while police also allegedly found a fake ID on Murray.
It remains to be seen what impact – if any – the possible charges will have on Murray’s volleyball career.
A statement from the school said: “The Nebraska Athletic Department is aware of the incident. We are awaiting further information and will have no further comment at this time.
The 19-year-old has earned numerous honors since joining the Cornhuskers. She was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week three times during the 2023 season before being named to the Big Ten All-Freshman team.
Murray was also a first-team All Big Ten selection and she was most recently a member of the 2024 U.S. U21 Women’s National Team.
“The Nebraska Athletic Department is aware of the incident,” the school said in a statement.
The 19-year-old has earned numerous honors since joining the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
