Artem Chigvintsev shares photos of 'injuries' as he accuses estranged wife Nikki Garcia as being the real abuser Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] By Deirdre Durkan-simonds and Carly Johnson For Dailymail.com Published: 04:34, 5 October 2024 | Updated: 04:51, 5 October 2024 e-mail 14 shares View comments Artem Chigvintsev is accusing his estranged wife, Nikki Garcia, of domestic violence , one month after she filed to end their two-year marriage.
The Dancing With the Stars alum, 40, claims the former WWE wrestler, also 40, was 'the aggressor' in their recent domestic violence dispute, which led to his arrest on August 29. In images, submitted to the Superior Court of California , Chigvintsev showed marks and bloody scratches on his elbow and hands as well as behind his ear that he alleges were inflicted upon him by Garcia. In a statement, obtained by Page Six, his attorney, Ilona Antonyan, claimed: 'Mr.
Chigvintsev contacted law enforcement on 8/29/24 seeking protection from his wife’s persistent aggression.' 'While he was on the phone with the police, Ms. Garcia-Colace made a pointed statement, saying, "Do you understand where this is going now, Artem? You just ruined my career, and you know it.
"' Antonyan continued. Artem Chigvintsev, 40, is accusing his estranged wife, Nikki Garcia, of domestic violence , one month after she filed to end their two-year marriage. In images submitted to the California Superior Court, Chigvintsev showed marks and bloody scratch.
