The former finalist on 'Idol' season 4 says he was the victim, not the aggressor, in the altercation with his former girlfriend.
- Aug 13, 2015
AceShowbiz - Constantine Maroulis reacts to accusations that he assaulted his ex-girlfriend, Angel Reed. The sixth-place finalist on "American Idol" season 4 was arrested for domestic violence for allegedly throwing his baby mama on the ground and kicking her in the groin.
His representative explains the incident, "Late last night Mr. Maroulis told Angelina Reed, his live-in girlfriend and mother of their 4-year-old child, that he was leaving her because of her continued instability. She became angry and began attacking him."
"During the course of the attack she hit him with her fists and threw numerous objects at him. He sustained a bruise and cut on his right thigh," the rep continues. "He did not throw her to the ground or kick her in the groin during this incident. He consequently left their home to protect himself and to diffuse the situation. Sometime later the local police came and arrested him for domestic abuse. He paid a small bail and was released."
The rep adds, "When all the facts come out it will become clear that Mr. Maroulis was the victim here and Ms. Reed was the aggressor. Ms. Reed has a history of attacks on Mr. Maroulis and his property and these have previously been reported to law enforcement."
"Mr. Maroulis intends to defend himself vigorously, as well as protect his child, both in the court of law and, as necessary, in the court of public opinion and is confident that he will be completely vindicated when the truth is known. He thanks his family, friends, fans and supporters for their continued faith and trust in him during this challenging time and assures them that their belief in him is warranted."
