DWTS star Artem Chigvintsev breaks silence on domestic violence arrest and ongoing divorce from Nikki Garcia Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com READ MORE: Garcia breaks her silence in first statement after husband's arrest By Deirdre Durkan-simonds For Dailymail.com Published: 19:10 EDT, 25 September 2024 | Updated: 19:10 EDT, 25 September 2024 e-mail View comments Artem Chigvintsev has broken his silence over his arrest on suspicion of felony domestic violence in Napa County, California on August 29.
On Wednesday, the former Dancing With the Stars pro, 42, released a statement, one day after prosecutors declined to file charges against him . 'I am incredibly relieved and grateful that the domestic violence charges against me have been dropped,' he told People . 'This has been an extremely difficult time for me.
I am thankful that the truth has prevailed. My focus has always been and will always be, our son Matteo.' Chigvintsev explained that his four-year-old, who he shares with his estranged wife Nikki Garcia, is his 'world' and being 'his father is the greatest blessing.
' 'All along, my main concern has been for him. I am committed to continuing to provide him with the love, support, and care he needs as we move forward,' the reality star explained of his mindset following the arrest and ongoing divorce. Artem Chigvintsev has broken his silence over his arrest on suspicion of felony domestic violence in Napa County, California on August 29 Read More Nikki Garci.