Kiefer Sutherland Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting Ride-Share Driver
Actor Kiefer Sutherland was taken into custody early Monday morning after allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver in Hollywood, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The incident occurred near Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, prompting a radio call to the authorities at approximately 12:15 a.m.
The 59-year-old actor, known for his iconic roles in “24” and “Stand by Me,” was arrested on suspicion of making criminal threats after officers responded to the scene. An investigation by the LAPD determined that Sutherland had entered the ride-share vehicle, physically assaulted the driver, and made threats towards them.
Incident Details and Arrest
Sutherland was booked into the LAPD jail and later released on $50,000 bail, with a court date set for February 2. Fortunately, the driver did not sustain any injuries requiring medical treatment at the scene. The LAPD’s Hollywood Division detectives are currently conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
Sutherland’s representatives have not yet responded to requests for a statement regarding the incident. This is not the actor’s first run-in with the law; he has previously faced drunk driving charges in 2004 and 2007, resulting in a 48-day jail sentence in 2007 for driving under the influence and a probation violation.
Background and Previous Incidents
The Canadian actor has had a successful career spanning decades, with notable roles in films like “The Lost Boys,” “Flatliners,” and “A Few Good Men.” However, his personal life has been marred by several incidents, including an assault charge in 2009 that was later dropped. In 2020, he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after making an illegal U-turn in Hollywood.
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