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On Saturday, Beverly Hills police arrested boxing star Ryan Garcia for felony vandalism after the hotel he was staying at pressed charges against him for property damage.

A day later, the Beverly Hills Police Department issued a statement regarding Garcia’s arrest after TMZ had initially reported him being taken into custody.

“On June 8, 2024, at approximately 5:15 P.M., the Beverly Hills Police Department responded to 9850 Wilshire Blvd. (Waldorf Astoria) for an ‘intoxicated person’ call for service,” Beverly Hills police said in a statement sent to MMA Fighting. “During the investigation, the intoxicated person was identified as Ryan Garcia. Upon obtaining statements from the hotel management, it was determined that Mr. Garcia was a registered guest of the hotel and had caused damage to a guest room and the hallway of the hotel. Hotel management requested the arrest of Mr. Garcia for property damage.

“Ryan Garcia, a 25-year-old from Porter Ranch, California, was arrested for PC 594(b)(1) – Felony vandalism and transported by the Beverly Hills Fire Department to a local hospital for medical care” (h/t MMA Fighting).

Garcia’s attorney releases statement Following arrest in Beverly Hills

Garcia’s attorney, Darin Chavez, later told ESPN that his client is facing “an extraordinarily challenging time” after receiving some “devastating news regarding his mother’s health.”

“Ryan has been open about his struggles with mental health over the years, and at this time he is dealing with an immense emotional burden,” Chavez said. “The support and understanding from fans and the public are crucial as he navigates these personal challenges.

“We are working diligently to provide Ryan with the resources he needs. Our team is committed to ensuring that he receives the appropriate help and care to address both his immediate and long-term well-being. We ask for continued support and compassion as Ryan focuses on his family and his health at this time.”

According to a report from ABC7, Garcia caused damages in the area of $15,000 to hotel property.

In the state of California, property damage exceeding $400 can be considered a felony. If convicted, he could face up to three years in state prison and a fine of up to $50,000.

Boxing star Ryan Garcia has been arrested for felony vandalism at the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills.

According to a report from TMZ, ‘King Ryan’ was taken into custody on Saturday afternoon after he allegedly damaged property at the hotel, including in his room and the hallway. In the state of California, any property damage over $400 can be charged as a felony.

TMZ obtained a video clip of Garcia being escorted out of the hotel by police officers. Though you can’t see the fighter’s face because he is wearing a helmet, Garcia’s tattoos are visible and very recognizable.

Eyewitnesses claim to have seen nearly a dozen police vehicles outside the hotel, presumably responding to the incident. The report also states that Garcia appeared to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, but complied with authorities without issue.

Garcia’s attorney, Darin Chavez, told TMZ that “[Ryan] was taken by the BHPD to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment and to our knowledge, may be charged with public intoxication.”

Police Officers Responded to a Wellness Check on Ryan Garcia Earlier in the week

Apparently, this is not the first time officers have been dispatched to the Waldorf because of an issue related to Ryan. On Wednesday, local police responded to the hotel for a welfare check after one of Ryan’s family members feared he might need assistance. Garcia reportedly appeared to be okay, prompting officers to leave.

Later that evening, Garcia is said to have acted out, prompting the Waldorf to cut him off from alcohol.

As of this writing, Garcia is still in custody.