Former NFL player and wife arrested in child abuse investigation; missing 14-year-old son found safe

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Former NFL player Daniel Muir and his wife Kristin were arrested after their missing 14-year-old son, Bryson, was found at their Indiana home, police said Wednesday.

Indiana State Police and SWAT team members executed search and arrest warrants at the Muirs' Logansport residence early Wednesday morning as part of an investigation into allegations of child abuse against the teen, authorities said.

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Daniel and Kristin Muir

Daniel and Kristin Muir were booked into the Cass County Jail in Indiana. (Cass Jial County)

Police said Daniel, Kristin and Bryson were discovered at the home. Daniel and Kristin were taken into custody without incident and remanded in custody at the Cass County Jail. Police said Bryson, who appeared to be “safe and sound,” was released into the care of the Cass County Department of Children's Services.

Daniel Muir, 40, was charged with obstruction of justice, a felony, and domestic violence, a misdemeanor. Kristin Muir, 38, was also charged with obstruction of justice.

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Bryson Muir was considered to be in

Bryson Muir, 14, was placed in the care of the Cass County Department of Children's Services. (Indiana State Police)

Police said the investigation into the Muirs remains active and no further information will be released at this time.

A Silver Alert was issued for Bryson last week after the teenager's grandmother called police, concerned for his safety. Police launched a child abuse investigation and released a photo showing Bryson with a swollen eye.

Daniel Muir vs. Cardinals

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Daniel Muir looks on during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium in Gendale, Arizona, September 27, 2009. (Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)

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The investigation intensified after police said Daniel Muir had failed to cooperate with the investigation.

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