Boxer Ryan Garcia arrested at Beverly Hills Waldorf – Press Telegram

Boxer Ryan Garcia was arrested on suspicion of vandalism for allegedly causing an estimated $15,000 worth of damage to a Beverly Hills hotel, authorities said Sunday.

Garcia, 25, was arrested at 5:45 p.m. Saturday after a driver dropped him off at the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills, at 9850 Wilshire Blvd., according to ESPN.

Hotel staff reportedly contacted the police and decided to file a complaint once the officers arrived. TMZ reported that Garcia allegedly caused unspecified damage to his room and a hallway and could be charged with public drunkenness.

After being booked into the BHPD jail, police said the 15-time national amateur champion complained of a medical issue and was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for evaluation.

A Beverly Hills Police Department watch commander confirmed to City News Service that Garcia had been arrested but had no further immediate comment.

Garcia, born in Victorville, is 25-1 in his professional career with 20 knockouts. He suffered his only defeat in February 2023, losing by TKO to WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis.

His surprise April 20 victory over Devin Haney was spoiled when Garcia tested positive for the performance-enhancing drug Ostarine the day before and the day of the fight, according to the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association. Garcia's lawyers said he was the victim of “supplement contamination.”

“Ryan has spoken openly about his mental health issues over the years and, at this time, he is facing an immense emotional burden,” his attorney, Darin Chavez, said in a statement provided to ESPN. “The support and understanding of fans and audiences is crucial as he navigates these personal challenges. We are working diligently to provide Ryan with the resources he needs.