People are wondering about the reason behind William Levy‘s brief detention in jail. The actor was taken into custody in Weston, a city within the Miami Metropolitan Area, on Monday, April 14th, due to allegations of disorderly conduct in a public place and trespassing. He subsequently spoke with the media and clarified his circumstances.
So, here’s everything to know about the charges against Levy and his statement on the same.
Here’s why William Levy was arrested in Florida
On April 14, 2025, the former contestant of Dancing with the Stars found themselves in custody at Broward County Jail. They were freed on Tuesday morning following their payment of a $500 bond.
According to jail records, William Levy faced two charges: one for “behaving disorderly due to drunkenness in a public area” and another for “unlawfully entering private property.” The Broward Sheriff’s Office also reported that he was causing a commotion while under the influence of alcohol in a public space. (Citing ABC7 Chicago)
Afterward, the Cuban-American actor conversed with journalists and clarified his predicament. According to CBS News, the 44-year-old disclosed that he found himself embroiled in someone else’s dispute at Baires Grill, Weston. He also dismissed any speculation about him attacking a restaurant staff member.
The actor openly stated that he intervened to stop a dispute. “It’s clear on their cameras, there was an argument,” Levy said. “I stepped in to prevent things from getting worse, and I ended up being handcuffed instead.” He also made it clear that, despite having some drinks, he was not drunk.
Additionally, a video posted on Instagram by journalist Maria Fernanda Lopez shows Levy stating, “I managed to keep my cool throughout. It turned out that I was the one who needed to depart.” Regarding the rumors about trespassing, he said, “Apparently, they had no choice but to detain me for something.
In terms of his career, William Levy recently appeared in the TV show “Vuelve a mí,” which concluded in 2024. This production also included Mexican actress Samadhi Zendejas. Notably, Levy is not only an actor but also serves as an executive producer for this series, alongside Karen Barroeta and Elizabeth Suarez.
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2025-04-17 03:40