Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested early Monday morning in Hollywood on suspicion of physically assaulting a rideshare driver and making criminal threats. Authorities stated he was released later that day after posting a $50,000 bond, and a court appearance is scheduled for February 2.
Kiefer Sutherland was released after posting a $50,000 bond, and is scheduled to appear in court on February 2, following his arrest on suspicion of physically assaulting a rideshare driver and making criminal threats.
Incident Details
Kiefer Sutherland, 59, was arrested following an alleged altercation with a rideshare driver. The incident occurred around 12:15 a.m. PST near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue in Hollywood.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), officers responded to an assault report. LAPD Officer Kevin Terzes stated that Sutherland allegedly entered a rideshare vehicle, physically assaulted the driver, and made criminal threats. The driver did not sustain any injuries that required medical treatment.
Arrest and Legal Proceedings
Sutherland was taken into custody shortly after midnight and was booked into jail around 4 a.m. He was arrested on suspicion of a felony charge, identified by one source as felony criminal threats.
Approximately seven hours after his booking, Sutherland was released after posting a $50,000 bond. An investigation into the incident is ongoing. Sutherland is scheduled to appear in court on February 2.
Additional Context
Representatives for Mr. Sutherland did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the incident.
Kiefer Sutherland is a Canadian actor, known for his roles in television series such as "24" and "Designated Survivor," and films including "The Lost Boys." He is an an Emmy Award-winning actor and the son of the late actor Donald Sutherland.