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DWTS: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Artem Chigvintsev Arrested in Napa County, California for Domestic Violence
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DWTS: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Artem Chigvintsev Arrested in Napa County, California for Domestic Violence

“Dancing with the Stars” advocate Artem Chigvintsev has been arrested on domestic violence charges, according to Napa County, California, jail records.

The 42-year-old was arrested around 10 a.m. Thursday and was booked under California Penal Code Section 273.5(a), which makes it illegal to injure a spouse, domestic partner or co-parent in a domestic violence incident.

His bail was set at $25,000, according to jail records.

Artem Chigvintsev is seen outside the rehearsal space of 'Dancing With The Stars' on October 7, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

Artem Chigvintsev is seen outside the rehearsal space of ‘Dancing With The Stars’ on October 7, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

Photo by JOCE/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

Chigvintsev is married to former WWE wrestler Nikki Garcia, although it is unknown who the offense was against. The two share a child, 4-year-old Matteo.

ABC, which airs “Dancing with the Stars,” declined to comment on the arrest.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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