Artem Chigvintsev, professional dancer on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" and husband to WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella, was arrested on Thursday morning in Napa County, California. According to TMZ.com, Chigvintsev faces felony domestic violence charges.
Details surrounding the alleged incident are currently unknown. However, public records confirm Chigvintsev's booking at Napa County Jail.
Adding to the confusion, Nikki Bella posted an Instagram Story on Wednesday indicating she was also in Napa. Whether she played any role in the events leading to the arrest remains unclear.
This news comes just days after Chigvintsev and Bella celebrated their wedding anniversary on social media.
This story is developing, and we will provide further updates as they become available.
TMZ has provided new information regarding the arrest of Artem Chigvintsev on charges of felony domestic battery earlier today. According to a representative from the Napa County Sheriff’s Office, police deputies responded to a domestic violence call in Yountville shortly after 10:00 AM local time on Thursday, August 29.
Reports indicate that an arrest was made at the scene, with injuries involved. The representative added that the victim has requested complete confidentiality. The investigation remains ongoing.
⚡ Update: Representative for Nikki Bella (Garcia) Breaks Silence on Artem Chigvintsev's Domestic Violence ArrestIt was previously reported that Artem Chingvintsev, the husband of former WWE star Nikki Garcia, also known as Nikki Bella, was arrested on [...]
— Ben Jordan Kerin Aug 30, 2024 09:41PM
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