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Gervonta Davis is back in police custody after a weeks-long search that placed one of boxing’s biggest names at the center of a serious legal case. The arrest came Wednesday in the Miami area, ending a period of uncertainty that followed the issuance of a warrant earlier this month. According to reports, authorities confirmed that federal and local agencies worked together to locate the undefeated fighter.The case traces back to an alleged incident in Miami Gardens that has since expanded beyond criminal charges. As details emerged, the situation began to affect Davis’ professional standing, upcoming fights, and championship status. It started as a police investigation, now stands as a pivotal moment in the 31-year-old boxer’s career.
Gervonta Davis arrested after U.S. Marshals assist Miami police
According to reports, Davis was taken into custody on January 28, two weeks after Miami Gardens Police announced an active arrest warrant. The charges include battery, false imprisonment, and attempted kidnapping, all tied to an alleged October 27 incident at Tootsie’s Cabaret in Miami Gardens.At a January 14 press conference, police outlined the scope of the investigation. “As a result of the diligent and hard work of our special victims unit, an arrest warrant has been issued for Gervonta Bryant Davis on the following charges – battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping,” police said in a statement.Authorities stated that the investigation found Davis used force during the encounter. “The investigation determines that Mr Davis used force to restrain and attempt to remove the victim from the location against her will,” the statement continued.Miami Gardens Police also confirmed cooperation with federal authorities. “The Miami Gardens Police Department is actively working with the United States Marshals Fugitive task force to locate and apprehend Mr Davis.”Surveillance footage reviewed by investigators reportedly supported key aspects of the allegations. Police further said, “Lead detective Gary Florencio obtained and viewed video surveillance footage that cooperates key elements of the victim’s statement.”
Gervonta Davis legal case impacts boxing career and titles
The woman involved, identified in court records as Courtney Rossel, filed both criminal charges and a civil lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Rossel is seeking compensatory and punitive damages exceeding $50,000 and has requested a jury trial.The legal fallout has already reshaped Davis’ career. The WBA downgraded him to “champion in recess” during the search, allowing the lightweight division to move forward without him. A planned exhibition bout against Jake Paul was also canceled following the lawsuit and warrant.Reports indicate Davis had traveled between Florida and Maryland while authorities attempted to locate him. Boxing Insider noted he remained a fugitive one day before his arrest. Court documents also show multiple failed attempts to serve Davis with civil papers during that period.Davis has faced prior legal issues, including domestic violence cases in 2020 and 2022, and a 2023 jail sentence tied to a hit-and-run conviction.
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