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Former NFL coach and ESPN analyst Rex Ryan turned himself in to Nashville police on Wednesday, Nov. 11, after authorities issued six misdemeanor warrants stemming from an alleged collision with two pedestrians downtown. Police said both people had minor injuries. The charges are allegations, and Ryan has not been convicted.

The Metro Nashville Police Department says the incident happened late Nov. 5 at Fourth Avenue and Broadway. According to police, Ryan’s pickup truck turned onto Broadway while two pedestrians were crossing with a walk signal, striking them before leaving the scene. The department said the pedestrians later approached the driver at another traffic light and photographed the truck and its license plate.

What the Nashville warrants allege

The six warrants comprise two counts each of leaving the scene of an accident, failing to provide information or render aid, and failing to obey a traffic-control signal, according to police and court records cited by the Associated Press. All are misdemeanors. Ryan’s attorney, David Raybin, said he surrendered after learning of the charges and intends to cooperate; he also said the defense had limited information about the allegations when the warrants were received.

A judicial commissioner set bond at $6,000, but Ryan qualified for pretrial release without paying that amount, the Associated Press reported. He is expected to appear in court next month. Those steps are part of the case process and do not resolve the allegations.

Ryan’s ESPN role and what happens next

Ryan, 63, coaches no longer but remains a familiar NFL television analyst. He led the New York Jets to consecutive AFC championship games after the 2009 and 2010 seasons, later coached the Buffalo Bills, and joined ESPN’s NFL coverage. ESPN said it was aware of the case and in contact with him, according to the Associated Press.

The next public milestone is the court appearance reported for next month. The charges and police account describe accusations; any determination of responsibility will depend on the legal proceedings. The Globuzz’s NFL coverage tracks other league news.

Sources: Associated Press; Metro Nashville Police Department; WSMV.