The Napa County District Attorney is currently reviewing Artem Chigvintsev’s domestic violence case and will make a decision on how to proceed before his scheduled arraignment on November 4. Chigvintsev, a professional dancer, was arrested in Napa County, California on August 29 for domestic violence. The DA’s office is examining witness statements, footage from the incident, and additional evidence from the police investigation before making a public announcement about the case.
Chigvintsev was arrested under charges related to injuring a spouse, cohabitant, or fellow parent, as outlined in section 273.5(a) of the California Penal Code. If convicted of a felony, he could face up to four years in state prison and a $6,000 fine, while a misdemeanor conviction could result in up to one year in county jail and a $6,000 fine. The professional dancer called 911 during the alleged altercation, accusing his wife Nikki Garcia of throwing shoes at him, but later tried to cancel the medical attention request.
Napa Valley Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Chigvintsev was not combative during the arrest and the victim requested complete confidentiality. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, but it has not been confirmed if Garcia was the injured party. Following her husband’s arrest, Garcia requested privacy for herself and her family, stating that it is a private matter. She made her first public appearance after the incident by hosting a live eating competition on Netflix alongside comedian Rob Riggle.
It is important to note that domestic violence is a serious issue and if anyone is experiencing it, they should seek help. They can reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support. As the case of Artem Chigvintsev unfolds, more details will be revealed as the Napa County District Attorney completes its review of the evidence and makes a decision on how to proceed with the charges. Chigvintsev’s arraignment is currently scheduled for November 4, and he could face serious consequences if convicted of the charges brought against him.
