Artem Chigvintsev was released from jail on bail set at $25,000. The investigation into the incident is still ongoing.
Before the 2024 arrest involving Nikki Garcia, Artem Chigvintsev had faced another public allegation in 2015. Former “Strictly Come Dancing” partner Fern Britton claimed he kicked and shoved her during rehearsals in 2012 and made upsetting comments toward her. Artem denied the allegations at the timRead more
Before the 2024 arrest involving Nikki Garcia, Artem Chigvintsev had faced another public allegation in 2015. Former “Strictly Come Dancing” partner Fern Britton claimed he kicked and shoved her during rehearsals in 2012 and made upsetting comments toward her. Artem denied the allegations at the time.
No criminal charges were filed related to those earlier claims.
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Artem Chigvintsev is not currently facing criminal charges related to his 2024 domestic violence arrest. Prosecutors in Napa County decided not to file charges after reviewing the evidence and determining it did not meet the legal standard required for prosecution. He was arrested in August 2024 onRead more
Artem Chigvintsev is not currently facing criminal charges related to his 2024 domestic violence arrest. Prosecutors in Napa County decided not to file charges after reviewing the evidence and determining it did not meet the legal standard required for prosecution.
He was arrested in August 2024 on suspicion of felony domestic violence, released on $25,000 bail the same day, and later cleared of criminal prosecution. However, the case could technically be reopened if new evidence emerges.
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