The “Teen Mom 2” actor Nathan Griffith was reportedly detained by Las Vegas police on Wednesday for violence by strangulation.
Due to the apparently violent argument, the reality television personality was arrested and sent to the Clark County prison. According to law enforcement authorities, Griffith’s hostile behavior was intended towards a relative, and the situation is currently under criminal investigation.
No other information was provided on the circumstances behind the event or what specifically happened to create such a tense atmosphere in the family’s house.
According to early accounts from law enforcement officials, officers were called around 9:15 p.m. and sent to a property where Griffith was residing.
Regarding the claimed victim’s name or the severity of their injuries, no more information was given.
Police have been summoned more than once to monitor Griffith’s actions. He had previously been detained for domestic battery by strangulation and domestic battery.
He appeared on the reality series “Teen Mom 2,” where he gained notoriety for his turbulent relationship with Jenelle Evans, another cast member.
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