Former MLB All-Star Rafael Furcal, known for his time with the Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals, was arrested this week on charges that initially sounded more dramatic than they were—allegedly throwing a “missile” at a dwelling. However, the situation is more nuanced than it first appears.

Authorities in Broward County, Florida issued a warrant for Furcal following a confrontation with another driver. The 47-year-old, a three-time All-Star, voluntarily surrendered to law enforcement on Wednesday. He now faces serious charges, including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and throwing a missile into a public or private structure.

The term “missile” may cause confusion, but it doesn’t refer to military weaponry. According to Dominican journalist Tenchy Rodriguez, Furcal explained his side of the story after the arrest.

“Rafael Furcal is currently at home with his family,” Rodriguez reported via X (formerly Twitter). “He confirmed he turned himself in to police after returning from visiting his son at college. The object he threw was a rock, which he used to strike a truck driver’s hand after the man allegedly came at him with a knife.”

Authorities are still investigating the incident and are reviewing Furcal’s account of what happened.

Furcal had a notable 14-year MLB career, playing shortstop for the Braves, Dodgers, and Cardinals—earning All-Star selections with each team. After an All-Star season in 2012, he missed 2013 due to Tommy John surgery and made a brief return in 2014 with the Miami Marlins, appearing in just nine games before retiring. His career numbers include a .281 batting average, a .346 on-base percentage, and recognition as the National League Rookie of the Year in 2000.