Gervonta Davis Arrest Ends With Same-Day Release on Bail
Gervonta Davis was arrested in Miami on Wednesday following a weeks-long search that began after authorities issued an arrest warrant tied to an alleged domestic incident in October.
The Miami Gardens Police Department confirmed that detectives, working in coordination with the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force, located Davis after tracking his movements across multiple counties. Officers observed Davis exiting a retail location in Miami’s Design District and took him into custody without incident.
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Police said Davis was charged with battery, false imprisonment, and attempted kidnapping. He was transported for warrant processing before being booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Facility.
Released on bail after brief custody
Court records show Davis was released on bail later the same day after spending a short period in custody. Bail was set at $16,000.
While the immediate legal process allowed for his release, the charges carry potential custodial consequences if the case proceeds, placing Davis’ immediate and long-term boxing future under serious uncertainty.
October incident and surveillance review
The charges stem from an alleged incident on October 27, 2025, at a Miami Gardens gentlemen’s club. Court documents identify the alleged victim as Courtney Rossel.
According to ESPN, surveillance footage from the venue was reviewed by investigators and corroborated elements of the account outlined in police filings. An active warrant was subsequently issued, and Davis remained at large for two weeks prior to his arrest. U.S. Marshals assisted local authorities during the search.
Civil case and championship status
In addition to the criminal charges, Davis faces a civil lawsuit filed by Rossel alleging battery, kidnapping, and emotional distress related to the same October incident, according to Local 10 News.
Court records indicate that multiple service attempts connected to the civil case were unsuccessful while the criminal warrant remained outstanding.
During that period, Davis’ status with the World Boxing Association was changed to “champion in recess.” President Gilberto Mendoza later reported that the organization stripped Davis of his lightweight title while he remained at large.
Career impact and prior legal history
The arrest led to the cancellation of a planned bout between Davis and Jake Paul.
Davis has faced prior legal issues, including a domestic violence case in 2020 and a 2023 conviction for leaving the scene of a crash that injured four people. He served a period of house arrest related to the latter case.
Miami Gardens Police stated that the investigation remains focused on victim protection and public safety.
