The Brief Tony Romo was arrested for OWI in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 23. A Burlington native, the former Cowboys quarterback is now a CBS commentator. Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 23. Tony Romo arrestedWhat we know:According to the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, Romo was stopped on the high-rise bridge while driving south on I-43. Tony Romo stands on the first green during the final round of the American Century Championship 2026 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course on July 12, 2026.