Former NFL player Sergio Brown arrested in San Diego on suspicion of mother's murder.

October 11, 2023,

Myrtle Brown, 73, found dead near creek behind her home in Maywood, Illinois on September 16, 2023.

Brown arrested in San Diego as he was reentering the United States from Mexico.He had been reported missing by his family a few days after his mother's body was found.

Brown held in San Diego County Jail without bail. Scheduled to be extradited to Illinois on charges of first-degree murder.

Brown played for four NFL teams during his career, including the Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots, and Indianapolis Colts.

Maywood Police Department continuing to investigate the death of Myrtle Brown. Anyone with information asked to contact the police department at (708) 450-1787.

Family and friends held a candlelight vigil for Myrtle Brown on September 24, 2023. The vigil was held at the park where Myrtle Brown's body was found.

Sergio Brown's arrest has been widely reported in the media. Many news outlets have covered the story, including the Associated Press, CNN, ESPN and Wind Bangers.

Sergio Brown is scheduled to appear in court in Illinois on October 25, 2023. At that time, he will likely be arraigned on charges of first-degree murder.

Myrtle Brown's family and friends are still grieving her loss. They have set up a memorial for her at the park where her body was found.