Steelers QB Kenny Pickett’s automotive stolen in the midst of radio interview, police arrest suspect

Second-year Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett had his automotive stolen as he performed an interview with a Pittsburgh radio station this week.

Pickett was at an area Chevrolet dealership within the Pittsburgh suburb of Monroeville for an interview Wednesday with 93.7 The Fan, in line with WPXI. 

Shortly after the 24-year-old quarterback found his 2023 Genesis SUV was lacking, police reviewed safety footage as they looked for the car.

Authorities finally recovered the automotive and arrested 60-year-old Christopher Carter in connection to the theft.

Police mentioned the automotive was positioned outdoors Carter’s residence after officers responded to a name a couple of home incident on the handle.

Carter was charged with theft by illegal taking and receiving stolen property.

Each acts are thought of felonies in Pennsylvania. Carter additionally faces misdemeanor unauthorized use of an vehicle. 

WPXI additionally reported that Pickett’s Steelers playbook was within the car when it was taken, however it was returned to him when the automotive was recovered.

A number of scratches could possibly be seen on the SUV after it was returned.

The Steelers chosen Pickett with the No. 20 total choose final yr. He threw for two,404 yards and 7 touchdowns in 13 video games throughout his rookie season.

Pickett performed school soccer on the College of Pittsburgh.