Details surrounding James Kennedy's arrest for alleged domestic violence have emerged, with reports claiming he threw his girlfriend to the ground during a heated argument.
- December 15, 2024
AceShowbiz - James Kennedy, has found himself in deeper trouble as disturbing details surface regarding his domestic violence arrest on December 10. According to Burbank Police Department records viewed by PEOPLE, Kennedy "threw" an unidentified woman to the ground, resulting in his arrest.
The arrest log indicates police arrived at Kennedy's Los Angeles home around 11:30 p.m. after being called for an "unknown problem." The woman told police "her boyfriend lifted her up and threw her to the ground."
The victim was not named but widely speculated to be Ally Lewber who has been dating Kennedy since early 2022. Before the altercation and his subsequent arrest, the couple was seen earlier that night at Kathy Hilton's holiday party.
Kennedy was booked for misdemeanor domestic battery upon a spouse or cohabitant and was released the following day on $20,000 bail.
A spokesperson for the police department confirmed to PEOPLE that the call involved an argument between a man and a woman, leading to the determination of a domestic incident. As of now, the Burbank City Attorney's office is reviewing formal charges.
Kennedy's attorneys corroborate the lack of injuries and hope for a dismissal of charges, the precise identity of the woman involved remains unclear.
In stark contrast to the night's troubling events, witnesses at the holiday party described two very different behaviors from Kennedy. One source told Us Weekly that Kennedy was in "great spirits," interacting with Lewber and appearing to enjoy himself.
However, others recounted Kennedy's "erratic" and "aggressive" demeanor, running through the event causing several disruptions. Nick Viall, another guest, recounted on his podcast that Kennedy was involved in a scene where his friend nearly fell into a pool, further heightening the episode's chaotic nature.
A source close to the situation claims that the arrest stemmed from a "complete misunderstanding," triggered by a neighbor overhearing the couple's argument and calling the police. An insider also revealed to Us Weekly that Lewber does not plan to pursue charges against Kennedy.
Despite the serious allegations, Kennedy has no intentions of shifting his professional commitments. He plans to continue his scheduled DJ shows with Paul "DJ Pauly D" DelVecchio starting in February, according to Us Weekly.
However, multiple shows including a gig in Dallas and Las Vegas featuring Kennedy have since removed the reality star from their lineup.
The unfolding drama has left the "Vanderpump Rules" fanbase in a state of shock and concern for all involved. It remains to be seen how this incident will influence Kennedy's future both personally and professionally.
If you are experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or visit thehotline.org. All calls are toll-free and confidential. The hotline is available 24/7 in more than 170 languages.
