Mark Sanchez (Photo via TMZ)
Surveillance footage caught much of what Mark Sanchez did in the minutes leading up to what could have easily been a deadly altercation.

The former NFL quarterback sustained st@b wounds while in Indianapolis last weekend, but he was also arrested as he’s believed to be the one who initiated the whole thing.

Newly-released video obtained by TMZ shows the 38-year-old was roaming around downtown Indy, stumbling at times, before the fight that left him hospitalized.

The footage, which began at 12:05 AM on Saturday, starts with the alleged victim, Perry Tole, arriving in an alley with his truck. He parks out of the camera’s view, so whether they interact or see each other is unknown.

Sanchez walks out of the alley with a questionable gait around seven minutes later. At this point, it only appears that he’s had a lot to drink. He exits the alley and walks along the sidewalk, but returns less than two minutes later, pausing before he continues strolling.

The former Jets QB comes back again six minutes later and then leans on a wall for around two minutes, engaging a passerby in conversation. He then turns and walks toward the alley where Toles’s truck is parked.

He bizarrely pauses behind a dumpster and starts running in the direction of the truck.

Mark Sanchez Thought He Got Shot

NEW YORK – MAY 11: NFL player Mark Sanchez attends the premiere of “Solitary Man” at Cinema 2 on May 11, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage)
According to police, Sanchez pulled Tole out of his truck sometime between 12:25 AM and 12:30 AM, which resulted in him being pepper-sprayed and st@bbed.

He is accused of slashing Tole’s face, with the 69-year-old treated for a deep gash on one of his cheeks.

Mark Sanchez was also caught on camera running out of the alley after the altercation, walking once he reached the street.

Indiana police and fire department personnel arrive seven minutes later, cordoning off the alley and attending to Tole, who is wheeled out on a gurney at 12:47 AM.

Police say they have seen multiple videos of the attack.

According to a nearby bartender, Sanchez thought he had been shot when he came looking for help.

He was later taken to the hospital and has since been charged with felony body battery, which could land him a six-year prison term if convicted, as well as other misdemeanors.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.