Kiefer Sutherland Arrested In Los Angeles Following Alleged Rideshare Dispute

Hollywood actor Kiefer Sutherland found himself in legal trouble early Monday morning after an alleged altercation with a rideshare driver. The incident reportedly took place in Los Angeles just after midnight. Law enforcement officials confirmed that the star was taken into custody near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. This location is a busy area situated just south of the Hollywood Hills.

Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to a call regarding an assault around 12:15 a.m. Upon arriving at the scene, police determined that an altercation had occurred inside a vehicle. The investigation suggests that Sutherland entered the rideshare car and allegedly assaulted the driver physically. Authorities also noted that the actor is accused of making criminal threats toward the victim during the dispute.

Sutherland was arrested at the scene on suspicion of felony criminal threats. He was subsequently booked into an LAPD jail facility following the late-night encounter. Records indicate that the fifty-nine-year-old actor was held for several hours before being released. He posted a bond set at fifty thousand dollars later that same day.

The driver involved in the incident reportedly did not sustain injuries serious enough to require immediate medical treatment at the scene. Police have stated that the investigation into the exact circumstances of the conflict is ongoing. Representatives for Sutherland have not yet issued a public statement addressing the specific allegations. The actor is now scheduled to make his first court appearance regarding this matter on February 2.

Kiefer Sutherland is widely recognized for his long-running role as Jack Bauer in the hit series ’24’. His portrayal of the counter-terrorism agent earned him significant acclaim and multiple awards including an Emmy and a Golden Globe. He has also starred in other major television projects such as ‘Designated Survivor’ where he played the President of the United States. His film credits include iconic movies from the eighties like ‘The Lost Boys’ and ‘Stand by Me’.

This recent arrest is not the first time the actor has faced legal challenges. Sutherland spent forty-eight days in jail back in 2007 after pleading no contest to driving under the influence. That sentence was served due to a violation of probation terms from a previous arrest. He also faced assault charges in 2009 following an incident at a Met Gala after-party involving a fashion designer, though those charges were eventually dropped after a joint statement was released.

The news comes nearly two years after the passing of his legendary father Donald Sutherland. The entertainment community and fans are now waiting to see how this current legal situation unfolds for the veteran actor. His upcoming court date in early February will likely provide more clarity on the charges he faces.

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