The Vanderpump Rules star was finally being heard following his recent arrest. On Thursday, December 12, news broke that Kennedy had been taken into custody. The DJ was arrested on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge, a shocking development for fans of his and Vanderpump Rules.
The Arrest and Immediate Reactions
The arrest came after an alleged incident at his residence. Law enforcement came to his home after someone called 911. The scuffle, according to reports, was triggered by an argument that got out of control, resulting in the domestic violence arrest. Fans also had several questions about the arrest, mainly because of Kennedy’s prominence on the reality series.
News of the incident quickly made its way to the media, with fans and co-stars weighing in on the situation. Kennedy’s cast members, including Vanderpump Rules stars Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix, have worried about the problem. That drew surprise from many, given how Kennedy’s public persona on the show hadn’t, until this point, included serious allegations such as what Ortiz made.
Kennedy’s Statement on the Incident
James Kennedy took to social media to break his silence after the news broke. Kennedy himself addressed the situation directly in an Instagram post. He confirmed the arrest and requested privacy as he worked through legal proceedings. Kennedy said he also regretted the incident and that he was taking steps to address the matter responsibly.
Kennedy’s attorneys said, “We are conducting our own investigation into the allegations levied by the Burbank Police Department against James,” in a statement on Friday, December 13. “We understand that there were no injuries, and we are hoping that, after careful review, the city’s attorneys will decide not to file formal charges.”
Kennedy was released several hours later after posting bail of $20,000.
