Nicolas Cage's son Weston Cage arrested for allegedly assaulting mother amid mental health crisis
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Nicolas Cage's son Weston Cage, 33, was arrested following an alleged assault on his mother, actress Christina Fulton, 57, during a reported mental health crisis, as reported by The Daily Mail.
The incident, which occurred on April 28 in Los Angeles, has sparked concerns about Weston's well-being and legal consequences.
Weston Cage arrested for alleged assault on mother
Weston was booked by the LAPD for assault with a deadly weapon, shortly after Fulton was observed with visible bruises on her face. Despite the severity of the incident, Weston was released on $150,000 bail, reportedly funded by his father, Nicolas Cage.
"The family knew this was going to happen but needless to say, it is a very big shock," the outlet was told by a family source.
This isn't the first time Weston has faced legal troubles. In 2017, he was arrested for a DUI and hit-and-run incident, damaging multiple vehicles and ending with a collision with a tree. He was subsequently charged and released on $30,000 bail. In 2011, Weston also faced domestic violence charges related to a dispute with his ex-wife.
Christina Fulton has refuted claims of a preceding argument with Weston, attributing the incident to a mental health breakdown. She has emphasized her ongoing support for Weston's mental health needs and privacy regarding the matter.
The altercation between Weston and Fulton took place on April 28 in the Los Angeles area, reportedly escalating from a verbal dispute to a physical altercation. Emergency services responded to the scene, with an ambulance summoned to check on Fulton. However, she declined transportation to the hospital.
Weston Cage was hospitalized on a psychiatric hold in 2011 following a violent incident in Los Angeles.
Christina Fulton attributed her son's mental health issues at the time to Nicolas Cage, stating, "Nicolas Cage has damaged and interfered and done something absolutely horrific, and I need to just go get my son," she told Inside Edition.
"I am the one that raised Weston. I am the one that took care of Weston. His dad was very busy out working as an actor," she said.
Fulton and Nicolas Cage, who were dating in 1988, welcomed Weston in 1990. They never married and separated within a year of Weston's birth.
In November, both Weston and Fulton, who has found success with a skincare line, filed a lawsuit against Weston's ex-wife, Hila Arounian. They alleged embezzlement of $100,000, involvement in a smear campaign against them, and obtaining a 'fraudulent restraining order' that prevented Fulton and her family from visiting Weston's twin daughters, Venice and Cyress.
The lawsuit documents allege that Ms Arounian engaged in a pattern of character assassination, making false and malicious allegations to manipulate situations.
Fulton also claims that Arounian manipulated Weston into filing a restraining order against her in 2020. Since the birth of their twin granddaughters, who will soon turn four, neither Nicolas Cage nor Fulton have met them. Fulton expressed deep distress over this situation, describing it as a quiet and painful nightmare. She emphasized the devastating impact of being unable to see her granddaughters, lamenting the hurt and devastation caused by the circumstances.
Weston has two older sons, Lucian (age nine) and Sorin (age seven), with his ex-wife Danielle, whom he was married to from 2013 to 2016.
Weston Cage's arrest shocks Internet
The recent arrest of Nicolas Cage's son, Weston Cage for allegedly assaulting his mother, Christina Fulton during a mental health crisis has ignited widespread discussion online. The incident, which occurred on April 28 in Los Angeles, has drawn attention to the family's struggles and Weston's history of legal and mental health issues.
Online reactions have been mixed, with many discussing the family's handling of Weston's issues.
One user commented, "Both parents are addicted to enabling their son. He’s old now, but always a man-child thanks to them. The best gift they could give him now is to completely cut him off. There’s still hope he might grow up and take care of himself and his kids."
Another added, "I wonder if she still blames the father for his problems. She also sounds like she enables him a lot. Of course, they love their child and have to do whatever they can to help him, but he is also a grown man who needs to take accountability for his actions. He was able to get married and have kids, so yes, he should take accountability."
"Maybe Nicolas should have left him in the slammer to think about what he'd done and the consequences. Also stop supporting and enabling his 33-year-old son with $7.3K a month. At 33 he needs to learn responsibility, finally," one user suggested.
Another highlighted broader societal issues, "Our mental health system is BROKEN. Please don't blame anyone. There is NO HELP. Not even for the rich. I have a son who suffers and it's a tough life. Money means nothing."
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