Nebraska football player arrested after allegedly burglarizing vape shop, stealing $1,600 in items: reports

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Former Georgia football player Arik Gilbert was arrested in Nebraska early Tuesday morning after allegedly breaking into a liquor and vape shop and reportedly stealing over $1,600 in items.

Gilbert, who transferred to Nebraska in the offseason and is awaiting an NCAA ruling on his eligibility, was arrested on a felony burglary charge and booked into the Lancaster County Jail, ESPN reported, citing the Lincoln Police Department.

Georgia Bulldogs tight end Arik Gilbert (7) makes a touchdown reception during a game against the Vanderbilt Commodores Oct. 15, 2022, at Sanford Stadium. (Jeffrey Vest/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Police responded to reports of a burglary at SJ’s Liquor and Vape Shop just before 2 a.m. and discovered a shattered glass door. 

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They said they later saw the tight end walking toward the door carrying a bag. 

According to police, the bag contained vape products and cigars, among other items totaling over $1,672. There was also around $650 in damage to the store. 

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule addressed the situation Tuesday with the media, saying he was "disappointed" when he learned of Gilbert’s arrest and revealed the former five-star recruit has been dealing with "some struggles" during camp. 

Arik Gilbert of the Georgia Bulldogs with his helmet off prior to the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game between Oregon and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sept. 3, 2022, in Atlanta.  (Paul Abell/Getty Images)

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"Really disappointed, really sad for him. When we took Arik, we knew