Artem Chigvintsev, widely recognized for his role on Dancing With The Stars and his marriage to former WWE star Nikki Bella, recently made headlines following his arrest on charges of domestic battery. New details have emerged, suggesting that Chigvintsev has alleged that actions by Nikki Bella played a role in escalating the situation.
The incident began early in the morning, with Chigvintsev himself making a 911 call from his home around 8:30 AM, initially reporting a “medical emergency.” However, a second call was made shortly after to cancel the request for emergency services.
Despite the retraction, the situation intensified, and by 10 AM, deputies from the Napa County Sheriff’s Office arrived at the scene. Officers observed visible injuries on the alleged victim, leading to Chigvintsev’s arrest on felony charges of causing harm to a spouse or cohabitant. He was subsequently booked into Napa County Jail with bail set at $25,000 and has since been released. The victim is reportedly cooperating with authorities.
According to a report from TMZ, during the 911 call, Chigvintsev mentioned that Nikki Bella had thrown shoes at him, which may have contributed to the escalation of the situation.
“Initially came in as requesting medical, but now he is stating he got into an argument with his wife and his wife threw shoes at rp [reporting party],” the report stated.
The dispatcher also noted the presence of a child at the scene, with indications that the couple was physically separated at the time of the call. Despite the cancellation of the medical request, law enforcement responded due to the concerning nature of the situation and proceeded to handle the matter.
This incident has drawn significant public attention, raising concerns about the personal lives of the couple, who are often in the public eye. Nikki Bella’s representative has requested privacy on her behalf during this time, as the situation continues to develop.
As the case progresses, further information may emerge, providing additional context to the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Do you believe that Nikki Bella would have actually thrown shoes at her husband, Artem Chigvintsev? Will they be able to reconcile following this incident? Sound off in the comments!