In a difficult situation Boxer Ryan Garcia The case took a new turn Thursday when California prosecutors announced they had indicted a defendant on charges of vandalizing a Beverly Hills hotel.
Los Angeles Garcia was charged with one misdemeanor count of criminal damage to property or criminal mischief with damage over $400, County District Attorney George Gascón said in a press release this week.
Ryan Garcia speaks onstage during the Ryan Garcia-Devin Haney New York Press Tour at the Palladium Times Square on February 27, 2024 in New York City. (Chris Esqueda/Golden Boy/Getty Images)
Garcia is accused of vandalizing the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills hotel in Beverly Hills on June 8.
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“While we are pleased that no one was injured in this incident, the reckless destruction of property shows a blatant and unacceptable disregard for the safety and peace of our community,” Gascón said. “Officers will remain committed to holding those responsible accountable.”
At the time of his arrest last month, Garcia’s lawyer, Darin Chavez, told ESPN that the incident comes at a difficult time for the 25-year-old boxer.
“Ryan has been open about his mental health issues for many years and is currently under a great deal of emotional strain,” Chavez said, adding that Garcia recently lost his mother.
Ryan Garcia (white trunks) reacts to Devin Haney (gray trunks) during their WBC super lightweight title fight at Barclays Center on April 20, 2024 in New York City. (Al Bello/Getty Images)
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“The support and understanding from our fans and the public is crucial as he navigates these personal challenges. We are working diligently to provide Ryan with the resources he needs. Our team is committed to ensuring he receives the appropriate help and care to address both his immediate and long-term health conditions. We ask for your continued support and compassion at this time as Ryan focuses on his family and his health.”
Garcia said earlier this month. Expelled from the World Boxing Council He was accused of making racist remarks against black people and George Floyd, as well as anti-Muslim comments.
Garcia later apologised on social media, adding: “If you react to words, it means you’re overly sensitive.”
Ryan Garcia will face Oscar Duarte in a welterweight bout on December 2, 2023 at Toyota Center in Houston. (Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
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Garcia faces up to a year in prison if convicted. He is due to appear again in court on August 7.
“There’s no way I’m going to jail,” Garcia said in response to the charges.
Fox News’ Ryan Gaydas and Ryan Mollick contributed to this report.
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