Retired WWE Star Artem Chigvintsev Arrested for Domestic Violence in Yountville, California, as His Wife Nikki Garcia File for Divorce

Nikki Garcia and Artem Chigvintsev’s once fairytale romance has taken a dramatic turn.

Just two years after tying the knot, Nikki has filed for divorce from Artem, following a shocking domestic violence arrest.

This legal move comes less than two weeks after Artem’s arrest, which has sent shockwaves through their lives and the public.

A Sudden Turn of Events

On Wednesday, TMZ reported that the retired WWE star, 40, took the step of filing for divorce.

This news surfaced shortly after Nikki had engaged a divorce lawyer.

Artem, 42, found himself in hot water after an alleged altercation at their Napa, California, home on August 29.

Despite celebrating their second wedding anniversary just days earlier with a heartfelt Instagram message from Artem, things have quickly unraveled.

The Arrest and Its Aftermath

The drama began when cops were summoned to the couple’s $1.5 million home in Yountville.

Initial 911 calls requested medical assistance, but a second call asked for paramedics to stand down.

Nonetheless, police responded to the domestic disturbance, leading to Artem’s arrest.

He was booked on felony domestic violence charges but was released on a $25,000 bond later the same day.

A mugshot released by the Napa County Sheriff’s office shows a somber Artem in a check shirt and a grizzled beard.

A Complicated Road Ahead

Following the arrest, Artem’s attempt to reconcile has included a reappearance of Nikki’s name in his Instagram bio, only to remove it again.

Sources say Artem is desperate to mend their relationship, especially now that he has been dropped from the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars.

He faces a tough road ahead, with his professional and personal life in disarray.

Family Reactions and Nikki’s Next Steps

Nikki’s twin sister, Brie Garcia, is reportedly urging her to leave Artem for good.

Brie is said to be shocked and disappointed by the incident, feeling that Nikki deserves better.

As Nikki searches for a divorce lawyer, she is also seeking supervised visits for their four-year-old son, Matteo.

The couple’s once-private struggles are now out in the open, with friends and family surprised by the turn of events.

Moving Forward

Nikki was recently spotted flying to Las Vegas without her wedding ring, accompanied by her son and an assistant.

TMZ reports that she began seeking legal counsel the day after Artem’s alleged attack, signaling her intent to end the marriage.

The couple first met in 2017 on the set of Dancing with the Stars, but their relationship has now reached a tumultuous point.