Current:Home > ContactNew Details Emerge on Artem Chigvintsev's Domestic Violence Arrest -WealthDrive Solutions
New Details Emerge on Artem Chigvintsev's Domestic Violence Arrest
View
Date:2025-04-16 02:02:41
Police are sharing more information on Artem Chigvintsev's legal case.
The Dancing With the Stars alum—who married Nikki Garcia in 2022—was arrested on Aug. 29 in Yountville, Calif., for domestic violence after police received a 911 call before 10 a.m., Napa County Sheriff’s public information officer Henry Wofford told E! News.
Chigvintsev, 42, was taken to the Napa County Department of Correction and was released on a bail of $25,000 after 2 p.m., according to police.
"When someone is charged with felony domestic violence, usually this means there is a visible injury or credible eye witness," Wofford said in a statement to E! News. "Our deputies felt comfortable arresting him on felony domestic violence charges."
However, some details of the case are not being shared due to laws protecting the privacy of victims of domestic violence, according to the officer. Police are therefore not releasing the name, gender and age of the victim, and are not disclosing the person's relationship to Chigvintsev.
Additionally, Wofford told NBC News that authorities are not revealing the location of the alleged incident due to privacy requested by victim.
"Some victims may not feel comfortable sharing all details at time the suspect is arrested," Wofford told E!. "Some victims feel embarrassed, threatened, or fear the incident may impact their family. We have to give victims adequate time and support, which help them realize we are here to help."
Chigvintsev—who will not return for season 33 of Dancing With the Stars—was charged under California Penal Code 273.5(a), relating to injuring a spouse or cohabitant, according to the records viewed by E! News.
The dancer has not spoken out publicly on his arrest. E! News has reached out to reps for Garcia and Chigvintsev for comment on the case but has not heard back.
Three days prior to the alleged incident, Chigvintsev shared a social media tribute to Garcia to mark their second wedding anniversary.
"Happy anniversary my love," the Strictly Come Dancing star—who shares 4-year-old son Matteo with Garcia—wrote on Instagram Aug. 26. "Can’t see my life with out you. You are my everything."
(E! and NBC News are both part of the NBCUniversal family.)
For more information on domestic abuse or to get help for yourself or someone you love, visit the website for The National Domestic Violence Hotline (http://www.thehotline.org/) or call 1-800-799-7233.veryGood! (3)
Related
- The Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25
- Dancing With the Stars Alum Cheryl Burke Addresses Artem Chigvintsev’s Arrest
- Michigan Supreme Court says businesses can’t get state compensation over pandemic closures
- Family of man killed by SUV on interstate after being shocked by a Taser reaches $5M settlement
- Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow owns a $3 million Batmobile Tumbler
- Home contract signings hit lowest since 2001 as house hunters losing hope
- NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother have died after their bicycles were hit by a car
- Illinois man convicted in fatal stabbing of child welfare worker attacked during home visit
- Newly elected West Virginia lawmaker arrested and accused of making terroristic threats
- Man pleads guilty to killing Baltimore tech entrepreneur in attack that shocked the city
Ranking
- Louvre will undergo expansion and restoration project, Macron says
- Olivia Rodrigo and Boyfriend Louis Partridge Enjoy Rare Date Outing at 2024 Venice Film Festival
- Mike Lynch sunken superyacht could cost insurers massively, experts say
- Farmers in 6 Vermont counties affected by flooding can apply for emergency loans
- Kylie Jenner Shows Off Sweet Notes From Nieces Dream Kardashian & Chicago West
- A tumultuous life, a turn toward faith and one man who wonders if it’s time to vote
- Defense Department civilian to remain jailed awaiting trial on mishandling classified documents
- Contract security officers leave jail in Atlanta after nonpayment of contract
Recommendation
The Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25
Arizona office worker found dead in a cubicle 4 days after last scanning in
Alexei Popyrin knocks out defending champ Novak Djokovic in US Open third round
Ulta Flash Deals Starting at $9.50: You Have 24 Hours to Get 50% off MAC, IGK, Bondi Boost, L'ange & More
Krispy Kreme offers a free dozen Grinch green doughnuts: When to get the deal
Dancing With the Stars Alum Cheryl Burke Addresses Artem Chigvintsev’s Arrest
Tennis star Caroline Garcia another example of athletes being endangered by gamblers
2 states ban PFAS from firefighter gear. Advocates hope more will follow suit