Ryan Garcia Arrested for Alleged Hotel Damage in Beverly Hills

Ryan Garcia, the 25-year-old American boxer, caused damage to a hotel in Beverly Hills, California, leading to his arrest on Saturday, according to police reports. Authorities arrested Ryan Garcia under suspicion of felony vandalism and later transported him to a local hospital. This incident occurred amid Garcia’s potential repercussions following his positive test for the banned substance ostarine before his last fight against Devin Haney in April.

Upon receiving a call at the Waldorf Astoria regarding an “intoxicated person,” Beverly Hills police identified Garcia, a registered guest of the hotel, as the individual in question. Upon investigation, authorities determined that Garcia had caused damage to a guest room and the hallway. This prompted hotel management to request his arrest for property damage.

In response to the incident, Garcia’s lawyer, Darin T Chavez, issued a statement acknowledging Garcia’s ongoing struggles, particularly in light of his mother’s health issues. Chavez emphasized Garcia’s openness about his mental health challenges and urged support and understanding from the public as Garcia navigates through these personal difficulties.

Despite this setback, Garcia remains a formidable presence in the boxing world, with just one defeat in his 26-fight record, notably against Gervonta Davis in 2023. He is widely regarded as one of the premier stars in American boxing.