Artem Chigvintsev ‘grateful’ domestic violence charges have been dropped: ‘The truth has prevailed’

“Dancing With the Stars” pro dancer Artem Chigvintsev addressed his domestic violence charges being dropped for the first time on Wednesday.

“I am incredibly relieved and grateful that the domestic violence charges against me have been dropped,” the dad of one said in a statement to E! News. “This has been an extremely difficult time for me. I am thankful that the truth has prevailed.”

He went on to say that his “focus has always been and will always be” on his 4-year-old son Matteo, whom he shares with estranged wife, Nikki Garcia, professionally known as Nikki Bella.

“He is my world, and being his father is the greatest blessing in my life,” Chigvintsev continued. “All along, my main concern has been for him. I am committed to continuing to provide him with the love, support, and care he needs as we move forward. I am hopeful that securing an equal custody arrangement will help us move on.”

Artem Chigvintsev addressed his domestic violence arrest. GC Images “I am thankful that the truth has prevailed,” he said in a statement. Getty Images for SiriusXM

He continued, “I want to express my deepest gratitude to my family, friends, and legal team for standing by me during this challenging time. Your support has been invaluable, and I am thankful to everyone who believed in me and saw the truth for what it was.”

“I look forward to moving past this chapter and focusing on what truly matters—continue being the best father I can be.”

On Aug. 29, he was arrested in Napa, Calif. after authorities responded to a call about a domestic violence incident, Page Six confirmed.

According to TMZ, an unidentified person at the home called emergency services around 8:30 a.m. local time, but, the request was canceled while authorities were en route.

Around 10 a.m. authorities once again made their way to the premises and found a victim, who requested “total confidentiality” with visible injuries.

He continued, “I look forward to moving past this chapter and focusing on what truly matters—continue being the best father I can be.” GC Images On Aug. 29, Chigvintsev was arrested. Napa County Department of Corrections

Chigvintsev was arrested on-site and charged with corporal injury to a cohabitant or spouse, per the outlet.

His bail was set to $25,000 and he was released at 2:18 p.m. local time.

It’s unclear if the TV personality’s wife, Nikki Garcia, was involved in the alleged accident, though she shared she was also in Napa one day before her husband’s arrest.

He was detained at a Napa Valley, Calif., home after police received a call reporting domestic violence. theartemc/Instagram Per TMZ, he was charged with corporal injury to a spouse. theartemc/Instagram

The couple, who tied the knot in August 2022, met on Season 25 of “DWTS” in 2019.

Just three days before the arrest, they celebrated their second wedding anniversary with Garcia, 40, taking to Instagram to share a romantic video collage with Chigvintsev from their wedding.

The professional wrestler paired the clip with a “Can’t Help Falling in Love” cover by Haley Reinhart.

“This song is our love story,” she captioned the video. “I’ll never forget where I was when I asked Jesus about Artem. Having a conversation with He & God. How my feelings felt too soon. It all felt too fast. And then this song came on.”

The victim’s identity wasn’t released. theartemc/Instagram Chigvintsev was released from prison four hours later. theartemc/Instagram

Chigvintsev also dedicated a post to Garcia, referring to her as his “everything.”

The couple share a 4-year-old son, Matteo.

Chigvintsev, who will not be returning to the forthcoming season of “DWTS,” was previously accused of abusing a dance partner in the past.

If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.