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
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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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