"Dancing with the Stars" professional dancer Artem Chigvintsev was arrested Thursday morning for domestic violence, police say.
"When someone is charged with felony domestic violence, usually this means there is a visible injury or credible eye witness," said Henry Wofford, an official with Napa County Sheriff's Office, in an interview with E! News.
"Our deputies felt comfortable arresting him on felony domestic violence charges."
He also notes that just because someone is arrested, does not mean they will be officially charged in the case.
The 42-year-old dancer, who has competed in 12 seasons of "Dancing with the Stars," is married to former WWE wrestler Nikki Garcia.The couple danced together on Season 25 of "Dancing with the Stars."
They have a four-year-old and tied the knot in 2022.
"Some victims may not feel comfortable sharing all details at the time the suspect is arrested. Some victims feel embarrassed, threatened, or fear the incident may impact their family," Wofford said.
"We have to give victims adequate time and support, which help them realize we are here to help."
Chigvintsev and Garcia shared photographs three days ago to acknowledge two years of marriage.
"Happy anniversary my love, can't see my life without you," Chigvintsev wrote.
"You are my everything."
Chigvintsev and Lawson finished the 2023 season in fourth place.
