Ryan Garcia is defiantly refusing to be imprisoned over his alleged hotel meltdown.
The suspended boxer was hit with a misdemeanor vandalism charge on Thursday after being accused of wrecking a room and a hallway at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills on June 8.
The charge carries a maximum sentence of one year in prison.
In response to the news, Garcia went on social media to declare: ‘No way I’m going to jail.’
Of course, that decision may not be left up to Garcia, who recently agreed to seek treatment at a rehab facility before allegedly harassing his frightened ex-wife in a disturbing scene captured on social media. Garcia has since apologized to his ex, saying he ‘woke up the next morning regretting everything I did.’
Ryan Garcia celebrated on social media after he was released from jail following his arrest
Garcia was led out of the Waldorf Astoria in Los Angeles in handcuffs over the weekend
Garcia was taken into custody on June 8 afternoon after apparently damaging property at the hotel, including the room he was staying in and the extending hallway. It’s claimed the damage was worth $15,000.
TMZ reported that Garcia was ‘seemingly under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs’ but added that he cooperated with authorities during his arrest. The publication has video of him being arrested, where he is seen shirtless and wearing a helmet.
The 25-year-old beat Devin Haney earlier this year but his erratic conduct in the buildup led many to question if he was mentally stable enough to fight. He has since failed a doping test after his surprise victory, resulting in his year-long suspension from the New York Athletic Commission.
His victory over Haney has been vacated and replaced with a ‘no contest’ result.
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