Former Heat guard Terry Rozier has been charged with two new felony counts following an indictment handed down by a grand jury in Brooklyn federal court.
The new charges were reported by Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic, adding to Rozier’s already significant legal troubles.
The Brooklyn federal court grand jury returned the indictment on Thursday, marking a serious escalation in the ongoing case against the former guard.
Rozier had previously been arrested on two wire fraud charges this past October, with the new counts stemming from the same underlying case.
Following his arrest on those original charges, Rozier entered a not guilty plea, signalling his intention to contest the allegations made against him.
The latest indictment means Rozier now faces a total of multiple federal felony charges across the course of this legal matter.
Federal cases involving wire fraud and related charges can carry substantial penalties, making the stakes in this case particularly significant for Rozier.
The grand jury process in the Brooklyn federal court resulted in the formal charging of Rozier, a procedural step that moves the case forward significantly.
Rozier was previously known for his time as a guard with the Heat before his legal situation became a prominent storyline surrounding his career.
The case continues to develop, with Rozier’s legal team expected to respond to the newly filed felony counts in the coming period.
