Ex-Strictly pro Artem Chigvintsev has spoken out after domestic violence charges against him were dropped by US authorities.
Ex-Strictly pro Artem Chigvintsev has spoken out after domestic violence charges against him were dropped. The professional dancer will not face charges after he was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in California, US authorities confirmed.He was booked into Napa County Jail last month and posted 25,000 dollars (£19,000) bail at the time.It is not clear what led to his arrest.
Napa County District Attorney Allison Haley announced that her office had declined to file criminal charges against the TV star after a 'thorough review of the criminal investigation and careful evaluation of the evidence'. 'While we take every arrest seriously and stand firmly against domestic violence, we have an ethical obligation to only file charges when supported by the evidence,' Ms Haley said in a statement. 'We are required to prove any and every criminal charge 'beyond a reasonable doubt' which is the highest standard in the American criminal justice system. 'If the available evidence doesn't rise to this level of proof, then we cannot ethically file charges.' A statement added: 'The Napa County District Attorney's Office does not typically issue press releases when it declines to file charges against any given individual; however, did so for this case due to the intense media interest it has received since Mr Chigvintsev's arrest.' Speaking out following the decision, Artem said: 'I am incredibly relieved and grateful that the domestic violence charges against me have been dropped.'This has been an extremely difficult time for me. I am thankful that the truth has prevailed.'My focus has always been and will always be, our son Matteo. He is my world, and being his father is the greatest blessing in my life. 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 o
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