Gervonta Davis Arrested in Miami Following Two-Week Manhunt
Gervonta Davis, a former three-weight boxing champion, was arrested in Miami following a two-week search. The arrest stemmed from an outstanding warrant issued on January 14, 2026, for charges including battery, false imprisonment, and attempted kidnapping.
Details of the Arrest
Miami Gardens police confirmed that the United States Marshals fugitive task force conducted an extensive three-county surveillance operation before apprehending Davis. He was taken into custody without any incident in the Miami Design District. Reports indicate that he was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center around 10 p.m. on the day of his arrest.
Incident Background
- Date of incident: October 27, 2025
- Victim: Courtney Rossel, former girlfriend and VIP cocktail server at a Miami strip club
According to the police report, Davis confronted Rossel at the strip club, allegedly dragging her into a back room. He reportedly grabbed her by the hair and throat, warning her, “You think I would not find you.” After the altercation, he released her in the club’s parking lot.
Legal Proceedings
Rossel, who had a five-month relationship with Davis in 2025, reported the incident to the police and subsequently filed a civil complaint against him. Her attorney, Jeff Chukwuma, stated that the police findings aligned with their lawsuit, corroborating the evidence presented to secure the arrest warrant.
Impact on Davis’ Career
Prior to his arrest, Davis was training for a fight against Jake Paul at the Kaseya Center in Miami. However, following the filing of the lawsuit, he was removed from the fight card, replaced by boxer Anthony Joshua. Davis’ last fight took place in March 2025, where he had a draw against Lamont Roach Jr.
Previous Legal Issues
Davis has faced a series of legal troubles in the past, notably receiving a sentence of three years of probation and 90 days of house arrest in 2023 due to a hit-and-run incident in Baltimore. The implications of his arrest in Miami on his existing probation remain uncertain.
