Gervonta Davis Arrested in Miami After Two-Week Manhunt
Gervonta Davis, a former three-weight boxing champion, was arrested in Miami on January 28, 2026. This followed a two-week manhunt after an arrest warrant was issued for him on serious charges, including battery, false imprisonment, and attempted kidnapping.
Details of the Arrest
The Miami Gardens police, in coordination with the U.S. Marshals fugitive task force, successfully apprehended Davis without incident. The arrest took place in the Miami Design District, where he was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center around 10 p.m. on the day of his capture.
Background of Allegations
The arrest warrant was issued on January 14, 2026. The allegations against Davis stem from an incident on October 27, 2025, when he allegedly confronted his ex-girlfriend at a strip club where she worked. According to police reports, he physically attacked her, pulling her hair and throat while making threats.
- Victim: Courtney Rossel, a VIP cocktail server at the club.
- Relationship Timeline: They began dating in 2022 but separated in 2025.
- Legal Actions: Rossel has filed both a police report and a separate civil complaint against Davis.
Rossel’s attorney, Jeff Chukwuma, indicated that the police findings were consistent with their civil lawsuit. Efforts to serve Davis with the civil complaint prior to his arrest were unsuccessful as he was in training for a scheduled fight against Jake Paul.
Legal History and Impact of Arrest
This incident is not Davis’s first brush with the law. He has a history of legal issues, including previous domestic violence charges. Many of these cases have been dropped. Notably, in 2023, he faced legal consequences from a hit-and-run incident in Baltimore, resulting in three years of probation and a 90-day house arrest.
The implications of his latest arrest on his current probation remain uncertain. Davis’s last fight occurred in March 2026, which resulted in a draw against Lamont Roach Jr.
As developments unfold, the boxing community and fans await further updates regarding Davis’s legal situation and future in the sport.
