The Lane County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest on Sunday, March 3, 2024. According to the arrest records, Arcement was taken into custody following an altercation involving an unidentified victim. Specific details of the incident remain limited as of this writing, but authorities noted that the felony strangulation charge suggests the alleged victim experienced impeded breathing during the event.
Jordan Arcement, 34, has been a member of the LSU football program since 2021 and is considered a key figure in the Tigers’ recruiting efforts. He is known for his work in developing relationships with players and helping oversee the team’s off-field development programs. Prior to joining LSU, Arcement held roles at both Baylor University and Louisiana-Lafayette.
Following news of the arrest, LSU released a brief statement acknowledging the situation:
“We are aware of the incident involving a member of our football staff and are in the process of gathering more information. We take such matters seriously and will have no further comment at this time.”
Sources close to the situation indicate that Arcement is on administrative leave pending the outcome of both the legal proceedings and the university’s internal review. LSU head coach Brian Kelly has not publicly commented on the arrest as of March 7, 2024.
Legal experts suggest that felony strangulation is considered a serious offense in Oregon. Under state law, felony strangulation typically involves knowingly impeding someone’s breathing or blood circulation by applying pressure to the throat or neck, which can carry significant prison time if convicted. The accompanying assault and harassment charges further complicate Arcement’s legal situation, and he is expected to make his first court appearance later this month.
It is unclear why Arcement was in Oregon at the time of the incident, as LSU’s offseason activities are typically based in Baton Rouge. However, sources speculate he may have been traveling for personal reasons.
This incident marks the first major legal issue involving an LSU football staff member since Brian Kelly took over as head coach in 2022. The LSU athletic department has faced increased scrutiny in recent years regarding off-the-field conduct, and this latest arrest will likely prompt further internal policy reviews.
As the case develops, more details are expected to emerge regarding both the nature of the charges and LSU’s response. For now, Arcement remains in custody in Oregon, awaiting the next steps in the legal process.
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