Terence “Bud” Crawford’s triumphant day in Omaha took a dramatic and unsettling turn just hours after his historic victory parade.
The undefeated boxer, celebrated for his unanimous decision win over Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, found himself in a tense standoff with police that quickly went viral.
Footage shot from inside Crawford’s car shows the boxing superstar being ordered out by officers while surrounded by a heavy police presence.
Voices can be heard inside the vehicle, one insisting, “I’m keeping my hands up,” while another assures the police, “I ain’t reaching for no gun.”
Crawford, who was driving, eventually stepped out calmly with his hands raised and was patted down by authorities.
Legal Firearms and Internal Review
Omaha police later confirmed that everyone in the car was legally carrying firearms.
Despite this, the incident has prompted a planned internal review of the traffic stop.
Mayor John Ewing emphasized the importance of transparency and trust between law enforcement and the community, announcing that Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer would lead a full investigation into the situation.
Crawford’s team has so far declined to comment on the traffic stop, and Daily Mail has reached out for a statement regarding the upcoming internal review.
A Day of Historic Celebration
Just hours before the dramatic police encounter, Omaha had been filled with cheers celebrating Crawford’s remarkable achievement.
By moving up from welterweight (147 pounds) to super middleweight (168 pounds) and defeating Alvarez, Crawford joined boxing legend Henry Armstrong as one of the only male fighters to hold undisputed titles in three different weight classes.
The city honored its hometown hero with a parade that showcased pride and excitement, culminating in a birthday-style celebration at Steelhouse attended by Mayor Ewing and his team.
Mayor Ewing Reflects on the Incident
In a statement on Facebook, Ewing acknowledged the seriousness of the traffic stop while reminding residents of the joy Crawford brought to Omaha earlier in the day.
“My heart dropped learning of this end to an otherwise wonderful day and evening celebrating our city’s world boxing champion,” Ewing wrote.
“We held a great parade and great event at Heartland of America Park.
The evening birthday party at Steelhouse was a showing of joy and pride.”
He emphasized that Omaha must ensure every resident feels safe and respected while the internal investigation proceeds.
“We will gather all the facts and be transparent with the public about our findings,” Ewing said, adding that trust between law enforcement and the community must remain a top priority.
Looking Ahead
While the traffic stop cast a shadow over the celebration, Crawford’s historic win and the parade remain defining moments for the city.
As Omaha awaits the results of the police review, residents continue to reflect on both the excitement and the tension of a day that started with cheers and ended in uncertainty.