Newly released 911 audio has shed light on the tense moments surrounding a break-in at Joe Burrow’s $7.5 million Ohio home during the Bengals’ Monday Night Football victory over the Dallas Cowboys. The call, placed by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Olivia Ponton and her mother, highlights the harrowing discovery made at the star quarterback’s property.
Details from the 911 Call
In a clip shared by NBC Cincinnati affiliate WLWT, Ponton’s mother is heard notifying authorities about the situation:
“Someone is trying to break into the house right now. My daughter is there. This is Joe Burrow’s house,” she stated. “She is staying there. He’s at the football game. She’s wondering what she should do, if she should be hiding, or if she should be going outside.”
Ponton, a 22-year-old model and influencer with over 2.9 million Instagram followers, then directly addressed the dispatcher, saying, “Someone broke into my house… It’s like completely messed up.”
Discovery at Burrow’s Home
The break-in reportedly occurred while Burrow was on the road with the Bengals, who defeated the Cowboys 27-20. According to the incident report obtained by WLWT, Ponton arrived at the residence to find a shattered bedroom window and a ransacked room.
Ponton informed authorities that she is “employed by Burrow,” though the nature of her employment or connection to the quarterback remains unclear.
Unanswered Questions About Burrow’s Personal Life
The incident has also reignited curiosity about Burrow’s personal relationships. The 28-year-old quarterback has been linked to longtime girlfriend Olivia Holzmacher, with rumors of an engagement circulating last summer. However, neither Burrow nor Holzmacher confirmed the speculation, and their current relationship status remains uncertain.
Ponton’s presence at Burrow’s home during the break-in has sparked further questions, though no additional details about their relationship have been disclosed.
NFL Stars Targeted by Burglaries
Burrow is the latest NFL player to be targeted by burglars in recent months. In October, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce both experienced break-ins at their Kansas City-area homes.
Kelce’s residence was burglarized on October 7 while the Chiefs were playing the Saints at Arrowhead Stadium during Monday Night Football. A police report obtained by TMZ indicated the incident occurred in the evening while Kelce was away.
Similarly, an incident at Mahomes’ home was reported to authorities the day before, further underscoring a troubling trend of NFL stars becoming targets for theft.
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Ongoing Investigation
As the investigation into the break-in at Burrow’s home continues, law enforcement has not provided updates on suspects or potential motives. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities public figures face, even in their private lives.
For now, Burrow, who has led the Bengals to a solid season despite challenges, appears focused on football while authorities handle the aftermath of the intrusion.
Meanwhile, questions surrounding Ponton’s connection to the star quarterback add another layer of intrigue to the unfolding story.
