Here's why Nikki Bella's estranged husband Artem Chigvintsev won't face crime charges despite DV arrest

NAPA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ performer Artem Chigvintsev will not be facing criminal charges in a domestic violence case.

It was confirmed by Allison Haley, Napa County District Attorney, on Tuesday, September 24, which involved the dancer’s estranged wife Nikki Bella.

What did Napa County DA say about Artem Chigvintsev?

The District Attorney stated that after "careful evaluation of the evidence presented to the DA's office," they have decided to not pursue any domestic violence charges against Artem Chigvintsev.

"While we take every arrest seriously and stand firmly against domestic violence, we have an ethical obligation to only file charges when supported by the evidence," Haley explained.

"We are required to prove any and every criminal charge 'beyond a reasonable doubt' which is the highest standard in the American criminal justice system. If the available evidence doesn't rise to this level of proof, then we cannot ethically file charges," she further said.

Artem Chigvintsev's representative on the dancer walking free

Meanwhile, Artem Chigvintsev's representative shared with the ‘Good Morning America’ that, "Mr. Chigvintsev has maintained his innocence from the beginning. He is grateful that the district attorney accurately assessed what took place, and determined he should not be charged.”

“He enjoys tremendous support from the community, and requests privacy for the pending divorce matter. He loves his son, wants the best possible for him, and looks forward to the next chapter in his life professionally and as a father," Chigvintsev's spokesperson added.

Bella's estranged husband was arrested for felony domestic violence on August 29 and was booked on California penal code 273.5(a), which draws punishment for injuring a spouse, cohabitant, or fellow parent in an act of domestic violence.

The 42-year-old was later released on $25,000 bail, per records.

Bella recently filed for divorce against Chigvintsev, while the two fight over their four-year-old son Matteo Artemovich Chigvintsev's custody.

Internet in splits as Artem Chigvintsev walks away scott-free

Netizens reacted to Artem Chigvintsev walking out without any criminal charges against him. 

A user commented on X (formerly Twitter), "This one doesn’t surprise me," while another added, "Because they’d have to arrest her too."

An individual expressed, "Basically, they didn't feel the evidence was sufficient enough to file charges. Saved you a click."

"Hopefully he’s locked up for hurting Nikki Bella. Abusing woman is f****d up," another joined. One more speculated, "She was probably the aggressor."

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