A recently released 911 call by authorities sheds light on the event that led to the arrest of Cuban-American actor William Levy at a restaurant in Weston, Florida. The incident took place last Monday at an establishment on Weston Road, as per the arrest report from the Broward Sheriff's Office.
The audio recording captures a restaurant staff member reporting to the operator that two individuals were causing a disturbance and refusing to vacate the premises. "We have two intoxicated people in the restaurant, and it seems they might be on drugs as well. They won't leave, and they are refusing to pay their bill," the caller explained. The employee further mentioned that the restaurant staff attempted to offer a discount to defuse the situation, but the individuals began arguing with another patron.
"They got into an argument with another customer and are becoming more aggressive," the caller noted. Background noise of shouting and commotion is audible before the call ends. According to the police report, 44-year-old William Levy was "visibly intoxicated" and causing a significant disruption inside the venue. The restaurant manager requested that he leave and not return.
When a sheriff's deputy arrived at the location, Levy was asked multiple times to leave, but he refused, resulting in his arrest and transfer to the county jail. The actor was released on Tuesday afternoon after posting bail. Upon leaving the jail, Levy told reporters that his intention was to defuse an argument. "Suddenly, he started arguing with another guy, and I tried to calm things down, but I ended up in handcuffs," he stated.
William Levy now faces charges of disorderly intoxication in public and trespassing. Levy, who moved from Cuba to Miami during his teenage years, gained fame through his work in Spanish-language telenovelas. He later rose to prominence in Hollywood, appearing in Tyler Perry's film The Single Moms Club and competing in Dancing With the Stars, where he finished in third place in 2012 alongside his partner Cheryl Burke.
The incident has sparked mixed reactions among his fans and has once again placed the actor in the media spotlight.
Details Surrounding William Levy's Arrest
What led to William Levy's arrest at the restaurant?
William Levy was arrested after reportedly being "visibly intoxicated" and causing a disturbance at the restaurant, refusing to leave when asked by both staff and law enforcement.
What charges is William Levy facing?
William Levy is facing charges of disorderly intoxication in public and trespassing.
How did William Levy respond to the incident?
William Levy stated that he was trying to calm a situation that escalated, but ended up being arrested instead.