Artem Chigvintsev, a professional dancer known for his appearances on "Dancing with the Stars," was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence on August 28, 2024, at his home in Napa, California. This incident occurred just three days after he celebrated his second wedding anniversary with his wife, Nikki Garcia. Reports indicate the police arrived after Garcia made a 911 call alleging that Chigvintsev had been violent, culminating in an altercation involving the tossing of a shoe at her (https://www.tmz.com/2024/08/30/artem-chigvintsev-nikki-garcia-shoe-throwing-911-call/).
Following his arrest, authorities reported that Garcia showed signs of trauma indicative of physical injury, resulting in Chigvintsev being booked for corporal injury to a spouse. He was released on bail later that night (https://people.com/artem-chigvintsev-nikki-garcia-marked-2-year-wedding-anniversary-before-his-arrest-8704333/) and is currently facing legal consequences as this situation develops.
Media coverage has prompted discussion around Chigvintsev's past behavior, including previous allegations of violence during his time on the UK dancing show "Strictly Come Dancing," where he was accused of threatening a partner (https://www.eonline.com/news/1406709/artem-chigvintsev-previously-accused-of-kicking-strictly-come-dancing-partner). Speculations regarding his future on "Dancing with the Stars" arise, with some reports mentioning that he would not return for the upcoming season following these allegations (https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/artem-chigvintsevs-arrest-mugshot-release-bail-and-more/).
The ongoing situation has led to concern among fans about the state of Chigvintsev and Garcia's relationship, with many watching closely as further updates emerge about the incidents surrounding the arrest and its implications for both of their careers (https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/nikki-garcia-fans-wary-speculations-124515119.html).