Penn State police are investigating the incident in which Jason Kelce smashed the phone

Penn State University police have launched an investigation into the incident involving former NFL player Jason Kelce and the destruction of a fan’s phone.

There was an entry in the police incident log Saturday that said an “officer observed a visitor damaging personal property.”

PSU public information officer Jacqueline Sheader confirmed Tuesday that Kelce was involved in the incident and noted that the investigation is ongoing. The report cited possible charges of criminal mischief and disorderly conduct.

The phone smashing incident

A social media video shows Kelce moving through a crowd near Penn State’s Beaver Stadium, where fans asked for photos and fist bumps. The scene became tense when a fan began harassing Kelce and allegedly uttered a homophobic slur referring to his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, over his relationship with pop star Taylor Swift.

The fan in question apparently said, “Kelce, how does it feel that your brother is being insulted for dating Taylor Swift?”

The video shows Kelce grabbing the fan’s phone and throwing it to the ground before turning to address the man, who was wearing Penn State gear. During the exchange, Kelce appeared to use the same anti-gay slurs. Another fan intervened and intervened before the argument could escalate.

Kelce’s answer

While performing in the NFL Monday night countdown He addressed the topic on the show before the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

“I think everyone saw everything that happened this week on social media. Listen, I’m not happy with anything that happened. I’m not proud of it,” he said. “In a heated moment, I decided to meet hate with hate. I just don’t think that’s a productive thing to do. In that moment I fell to a level I shouldn’t have. The bottom line is: I want to live my life, I try to live my life according to the golden rule.

Kelce continued, “That’s what I’ve always been taught. I try to treat people with decency and respect. I will continue to do this in the future, even if I fell short this week. That’s what I’m going to do.’ We’re moving forward… I think we need to focus on one game and I don’t think this is the platform to necessarily elaborate on that.’

Fan reaction

After Jason posted his apology on television, fans were quick to share their thoughts on videos of the broadcast on social media.

“He shouldn’t have apologized for doing the right thing,” said one user on X (formerly Twitter).

Another seemed to agree, saying: “Not accepted because it wasn’t necessary sir.”

A third user commented: “Man this is weak but in the end it’s best to take the high road.”

This article contains reporting from The Associated Press.