From The AJC
University of Georgia quarterback Zach Mettenberger was arrested in Remerton, Ga., over the weekend on five misdemeanor charges, the Remerton police chief told the AJC today. Mettenberger was charged with underage consumption/possession of alcohol, disorderly conduct, obstruction and two counts of having a fake identification, Remerton Police Chief Mike Terrell said. Remerton is near Valdosta. Mettenberger, a redshirt freshman from Oconee County, is one of three candidates for Georgia’s starting quarterback job. The alcohol charge could lead to at least a one-game suspension under UGA Athletic Association policy. The arrest occurred at 1:39 a.m. Sundy at Flip Flops bar in Remerton. Mettenberger was transported to the Lowndes County Jail. He posted bond and was released. Friday was the final day of classes at UGA before spring break, which continues until March 15.