Dancing With the Stars pro Artem Chigvintsev arrested for domestic violence in California

Artem Chigvintsev was arrested on a domestic violence charge in Yountville, California, on Thursday. The arrest followed a response by Napa County Sheriff’s deputies to a domestic violence call, where they observed signs of potential abuse. According to spokesperson Henry Wofford, the nature of the evidence led to Chigvintsev being charged with felony domestic violence, a serious offense that typically requires credible witnesses or visible signs of abuse. The investigation into the incident is still ongoing, and details regarding the alleged victim and their relationship with Chigvintsev have not been disclosed. Following his arrest, Chigvintsev was released later that afternoon after posting a $25,000 bail. Representatives for him have not yet commented on the situation, and it remains unclear if he has secured legal representation. This incident has raised concerns and attention, given Chigvintsev's public profile as a professional dancer on a popular television show.