Titans’ All-Pro Cornerback L’Jarius Sneed Hit with $1 Million Civil Suit Over December Carrollton Dealership Shooting Allegations, Team and NFL Security Launch Joint Investigation
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Titans cornerback L’Jarius Sneed, a two-time Super Bowl champion, has been named in a $1 million civil lawsuit filed by Texas resident Christian Nshimiyimana, who alleges that Sneed or his personal assistant opened fire at him while he was sitting inside a Mercedes‑Benz G‑Wagon at One Legacy Motors in Carrollton, Texas, on December 6, 2024. According to the complaint, neither Nshimiyimana nor any bystanders were injured when shots were discharged from a Lamborghini Urus, but surveillance video purportedly captures the incident in broad daylight
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Filed on February 20 in Dallas County District Court, the lawsuit identifies Sneed and an unnamed accomplice, referred to as “John Doe,” as defendants in what plaintiff’s attorney Levi McCathern describes as “an unprovoked attack in cold blood.” In his statement, McCathern asserted, “There is video surveillance from the dealership showing the car and the person who opened fire on Christian. We want to know why this happened. We’re thankful no one was shot, but we continue to search for the reason behind this incident”
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Court records and local law enforcement reports indicate Sneed and his associate were arrested by the Carrollton Police Department for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon following the incident. The police report, however, is largely redacted, leaving many details of the arrest undisclosed. Nshimiyimana also alleges that after the shooting, Sneed and a woman identifying herself as his mother made threatening phone calls, urging him not to cooperate with investigators or retain legal counsel
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In response to the allegations, the Titans issued a brief statement confirming they are “aware of the matter and have been in contact with NFL Security per league protocol.” The franchise emphasized its cooperation with the league’s investigative arm and did not elaborate further on the status of Sneed’s team activities or disciplinary prospects
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L’Jarius Sneed, 28, joined the Titans via trade from the Kansas City Chiefs in March 2024 and signed a four‑year, $76 million contract. A standout defensive back, Sneed earned Super Bowl rings in 2022 and 2023 before his maiden season in Tennessee was curtailed by a quadriceps strain that landed him on injured reserve after five games
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As the civil suit advances through the Dallas County court system, observers anticipate potential NFL disciplinary action depending on the outcome of the investigation by both the Titans and league security officials. The case underscores the growing scrutiny of player conduct off the field and poses reputational risks for Sneed and the Titans organization alike. The next steps will likely involve depositions, review of surveillance footage, and potential settlement negotiations or trial proceedings in the months ahead.
