Providence's Alyn Breed Arrested For Pulling A Gun On His Girlfriend

Providence College reported on Saturday night that Alyn Breed had been suspended following municipal police’s various charges against the security officer in relation to a domestic disturbance off-campus.

The Providence Journal said that Breed was charged with “multiple firearm violations” in addition to domestic felonies including breaking and entering, damage, and robbery.

Providence’s Alyn Breed Arrested For Pulling A Gun On His Girlfriend

“As a result of these charges, Athletic Director Steve Napolillo and head coach Kim English have determined that Breed is suspended from the men’s basketball team and will not be allowed to participate in any other athletic department-related activities,” the school said in a statement.

I stand with Alyn Breed. Sources telling me that his girlfriend pulled out a gun prior to Alyn retaliating with a strap of his own. #Justice4Alyn #Mindset pic.twitter.com/q5TWm2p5r7

— Daryl Easley (@DarylEasleyCBS) April 2, 2023

The institution also stated that it will adhere to its student conduct disciplinary procedure.

“It was announced by the Providence Police Department that Providence College student-athlete Alyn Breed was charged with several crimes for actions that occurred off campus on Saturday, April 1,” the school said in a statement, per ESPN. “As a result of these charges, athletic director Steve Napolillo and head coach Kim English have determined that Breed is suspended from the men’s basketball team and will not be allowed to participate in any other athletic department-related activities.

“[Providence] will follow its student-conduct disciplinary process regarding this matter. At this time, there will not be any further comment.”

Police say PC's Alyn Breed illegally entered a home and pointed a gun at his girlfriend https://t.co/ykxAvKJ1Qx

— Providence Journal (@projo) April 2, 2023

Breed, a recent junior with the Friars, participated in 32 games for the team last year, including eight starts. Since the 2020–21 season began, he has appeared in 88 games overall for Providence, making 30 starts.

Breed helped the Friars attain a No. 11 seed in March Madness 2023, when they were defeated by Kentucky in the opening round. Breed averaged 4.8 points and 18.5 minutes per game during that time.