Alfredo Morelos 'arrested for drink driving' in Colombia as ex Rangers hero leaves motorcyclist 'fighting for life'

Former Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos has been arrested after reportedly leaving a victim fighting for his life after driving while being twice the drink drive limit.

The 28-year-old is playing for Atletico Nacional in his native Colombia where is on loan from Brazilian side Santos. Morelos had a torrid time in Brazil after ending his six-year Ibrox love affair but reports and footage from Colombia show the damage to his vehicle.

And the report states: “Atletico Nacional’s striker, Alfredo Morelos, was driving drunk when he ran over a motorcyclist on the Medelin-Airport road. The local police confirmed that he was arrested with a blood alcohol level of 2. The victim is fighting for his life.”

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