Winnipeg Jets issue statement regarding Pavelec

Tuesday, 07.17.2012 / 5:23 PM

The Winnipeg Jets have confirmed the details surrounding Ondrej Pavelec's driving under the influence incident in Kladno, Czech Republic on May 26, 2012.

Pavelec issued the following personal statement:

"On May 26, 2012, I was involved in a traffic accident in the Czech Republic. There were no injuries. Police arrived at the scene and I agreed to a blood alcohol test. On June 12, my attorney appeared in court on my behalf and submitted a plea of guilty at the first proceeding. The court issued a six month suspended sentence and suspended my driver's license for 20 months in the Czech Republic. The case will be dismissed in 12 months provided I have no alcohol related violations during this time. I'm disappointed in myself for this error in judgment. I'm thankful no one was injured as a result of my actions. I want to sincerely apologize to our fans, the Winnipeg Jets organization, and to my teammates for any embarrassment this has caused. I'm truly sorry for letting you all down."

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