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Bryshere Gray to Face Wednesday Arraignment on Assault in Hotel Billing Dispute

An associate of Gray said his actions reflected underlying mental health struggles, arguing the actor needs treatment instead of jail

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Bryshere Gray attends the 2018 Fox Network Upfront at Wollman Rink, Central Park on May 14, 2018 in New York City.  (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Gray was arrested Sunday and charged with misdemeanor assault and battery after an altercation over his outstanding bill at Homewood Suites in Chesapeake, Virginia.
  • Court documents allege Gray lunged at and punched Dustin Wilkins, who was attempting to collect payment for the hotel stay.
  • Wilkins filed the assault complaint and told WAVY that Gray’s behavior stemmed from mental health challenges rather than malicious intent.
  • Gray’s prior legal record includes a 10-day detention for felony domestic violence in 2020 and a probation violation in 2022.
  • Wilkins recorded the incident on his phone, capturing Gray delivering a “blunt blow” and at least one punch during their confrontation.